Sir John Moore Church of England Primary School
94%
Capacity
144
Pupils
4.0x
Demand
About Sir John Moore Church of England Primary School
Sir John Moore Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the North West Leicestershire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 144 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 154 places).
Ofsted has rated Sir John Moore Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Daniel Wright, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9957th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 30th out of 41 in North West Leicestershire.
Sir John Moore Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 32 applications for 8 places, making it 4.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 8 were first-preference applications.
Sir John Moore Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 52% recommending the school (82 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Sir John Moore Church of England Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Forest School, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Cross Country, Tennis, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Chess, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North West Leicestershire, Sir John Moore 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | 101 Top Street, Swadlincote, North West Leicestershire, DE12 7AH |
| Headteacher | Daniel Wright |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 144 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.3% |
| School Capacity | 144 / 154 (94% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Jan 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 Jan 2025): Some aspects not as strong
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Mar 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
9957th of 13,686
Nationally
952nd of 1,353
In East Midlands
30th of 41
In North West Leicestershire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
53%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
82 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed8
32
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
8 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sir John Moore Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
101 Top Street, Swadlincote
North West Leicestershire, DE12 7AH
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