Newton Burgoland Primary School
110%
Capacity
85
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Newton Burgoland Primary School
Newton Burgoland Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North West Leicestershire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 85 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (110% of 77 places).
Ofsted has rated Newton Burgoland Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sue Ward, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10833rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 32nd out of 41 in North West Leicestershire.
Newton Burgoland Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 32 applications for 12 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 11 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Newton Burgoland Primary School include Art Studios, Library, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Forest School, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Rounders, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Drama, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North West Leicestershire, Newton Burgoland Primary School is one of the options available in the East Midlands region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | School Lane, Coalville, North West Leicestershire, LE67 2SL |
| Headteacher | Sue Ward |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 85 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.8% |
| School Capacity | 85 / 77 (110% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10833rd of 13,686
Nationally
1036th of 1,353
In East Midlands
32nd of 41
In North West Leicestershire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
50%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed12
32
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
11 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
School Lane, Coalville
North West Leicestershire, LE67 2SL
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