Sharnford Church of England Primary School
88%
Capacity
92
Pupils
3.5x
Demand
About Sharnford Church of England Primary School
Sharnford Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Blaby community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 92 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated Sharnford Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sharon Boyd-Hope, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6432nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 25 in Blaby.
Sharnford Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 28 applications for 8 places, making it 3.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 8 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 Sharnford Church of England Primary School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Library, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Gymnastics, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Drama, Choir, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Blaby, Sharnford 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Henson Way, Hinckley, Blaby, LE10 3PN |
| Headteacher | Sharon Boyd-Hope |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 92 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.5% |
| School Capacity | 92 / 105 (88% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (16 Nov 2021): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 8 Mar 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6432nd of 13,686
Nationally
578th of 1,353
In East Midlands
14th of 25
In Blaby
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
82%
'23/24
64%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed8
28
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
8 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.
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Contact Information
Henson Way, Hinckley
Blaby, LE10 3PN
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