Ravenhurst Primary School
64%
Capacity
379
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Ravenhurst Primary School
Ravenhurst Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Blaby community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 379 pupils on roll, operating at 64% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Ravenhurst Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Keily Stretton, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8918th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 20th out of 25 in Blaby.
Ravenhurst Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 89 applications for 37 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ravenhurst Primary School include Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Gymnastics, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Art Club, Choir, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.4%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Blaby, Ravenhurst 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Ravenhurst Road, Leicester, Blaby, LE3 2PS |
| Headteacher | Keily Stretton |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 379 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.4% |
| School Capacity | 379 / 595 (64% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jun 2019Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Jun 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8918th of 13,686
Nationally
830th of 1,353
In East Midlands
20th of 25
In Blaby
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
1%
Higher Standard
'22/23
49%
'23/24
57%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed37
89
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
36 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ravenhurst Primary School
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Contact Information
Ravenhurst Road, Leicester
Blaby, LE3 2PS
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