Scraptoft Valley Primary School
97%
Capacity
461
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Scraptoft Valley Primary School
Scraptoft Valley Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Leicester community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 461 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 475 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Scraptoft Valley Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Louise Craig, it falls under Leicester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 36% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12902nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 67th out of 68 in Leicester.
Scraptoft Valley Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 84 applications for 56 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 56 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, Severe Learning Difficulty and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Scraptoft Valley Primary School include Art Studios, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Gymnastics, Football, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Chess, Eco Club, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 36.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leicester, Scraptoft Valley 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | New Romney Crescent, Leicester, Leicester, LE5 1NG |
| Headteacher | Louise Craig |
| Local Authority | Leicester |
| Number of Pupils | 461 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 36.8% |
| School Capacity | 461 / 475 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (36%)
12902nd of 13,686
Nationally
1257th of 1,353
In East Midlands
67th of 68
In Leicester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
36%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'23/24
36%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed56
84
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
56 families put this school as their 1st choice (67% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
New Romney Crescent, Leicester
Leicester, LE5 1NG
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