Shenton Primary School
88%
Capacity
400
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Shenton Primary School
Shenton 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 400 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 456 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Shenton Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Gita Patel, it falls under Leicester local authority.
Shenton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 51 applications for 28 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Shenton Primary School include Art Studios, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Athletics, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Gardening, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.2%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leicester, Shenton 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 | Dunlin Road, Leicester, Leicester, LE5 3FP |
| Headteacher | Gita Patel |
| Local Authority | Leicester |
| Number of Pupils | 400 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.2% |
| School Capacity | 400 / 456 (88% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Jan 2020Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (29 Jan 2020): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Apr 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
51
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Dunlin Road, Leicester
Leicester, LE5 3FP
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