Saint Peters Catholic Voluntary Academy
96%
Capacity
202
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Saint Peters Catholic Voluntary Academy
Saint Peters Catholic Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Hinckley and Bosworth community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 202 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Saint Peters Catholic Voluntary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Siobhan Minford, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6992nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 29 in Hinckley and Bosworth.
Saint Peters Catholic Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 42 applications for 19 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
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 Saint Peters Catholic Voluntary Academy include Music Rooms, Library, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Rounders, Dance, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Coding, Chess, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hinckley and Bosworth, Saint Peters Catholic Voluntary Academy 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 | Mill Lane, Hinckley and Bosworth, LE9 7AW |
| Headteacher | Siobhan Minford |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 202 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.9% |
| School Capacity | 202 / 210 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (9 Feb 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Jan 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6992nd of 13,686
Nationally
632nd of 1,353
In East Midlands
15th of 29
In Hinckley and Bosworth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
63%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed19
42
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Mill Lane
Hinckley and Bosworth, LE9 7AW
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