Queniborough Church of England Primary School
95%
Capacity
199
Pupils
4.2x
Demand
About Queniborough Church of England Primary School
Queniborough Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Charnwood community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 199 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Queniborough Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lindsay Charlton, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9728th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 36th out of 45 in Charnwood.
Queniborough Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 127 applications for 30 places, making it 4.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
Queniborough Church of England Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.7/5 from 4 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Queniborough Church of England Primary School include Sensory Room, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Library, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Cross Country, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Science Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Charnwood, Queniborough Church of England 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Coppice Lane, Leicester, Charnwood, LE7 3DR |
| Headteacher | Lindsay Charlton |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 199 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.5% |
| School Capacity | 199 / 210 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 May 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Nov 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9728th of 13,686
Nationally
924th of 1,353
In East Midlands
36th of 45
In Charnwood
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
52%
'23/24
54%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
127
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (22% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Queniborough Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Coppice Lane, Leicester
Charnwood, LE7 3DR
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