Saint Clare's Primary School A Catholic Voluntary Academy, Coalville, Leicestershire
94%
Capacity
197
Pupils
3.5x
Demand
About Saint Clare's Primary School A Catholic Voluntary Academy, Coalville, Leicestershire
Saint Clare's Primary School A Catholic Voluntary Academy, Coalville, Leicestershire is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the North West Leicestershire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 197 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Saint Clare's Primary School A Catholic Voluntary Academy, Coalville, Leicestershire "Good", the school is led by headteacher Judy Beer, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 46% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11562nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 35th out of 41 in North West Leicestershire.
Saint Clare's Primary School A Catholic Voluntary Academy, Coalville, Leicestershire is a popular choice with families — it received 56 applications for 16 places, making it 3.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Saint Clare's Primary School A Catholic Voluntary Academy, Coalville, Leicestershire include Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Swimming, Netball, as well as clubs including Choir, Coding, Gardening, Drama and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.8%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North West Leicestershire, Saint Clare's Primary School A Catholic Voluntary Academy, Coalville, Leicestershire 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Convent Drive, Coalville, North West Leicestershire, LE67 3SF |
| Headteacher | Judy Beer |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 197 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.8% |
| School Capacity | 197 / 210 (94% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (46%)
11562nd of 13,686
Nationally
1115th of 1,353
In East Midlands
35th of 41
In North West Leicestershire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
46%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'23/24
46%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed16
56
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Saint Clare's Primary School A Catholic Voluntary Academy, Coalville, Leicestershire
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Contact Information
Convent Drive, Coalville
North West Leicestershire, LE67 3SF
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