Soar Valley College
100%
Capacity
1,564
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Soar Valley College
Soar Valley College is a state-funded Does not apply secondary school serving the Leicester community, welcoming children from age 11 to 16. The school has 1,564 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 1,560 places).
the school is led by headteacher Neetin Pabari, it falls under Leicester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of +0.74 is well above the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is solid at 51.7. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 246th out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 3rd out of 20 in Leicester.
Soar Valley College is a popular choice with families — it received 827 applications for 316 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 330 were first-preference applications.
Soar Valley College parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 91% recommending the school (43 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Soar Valley College include Dining Hall, Tennis Courts, Playing Fields, Sixth Form Centre, Theatre, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Dance, Rounders, Badminton and 5 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Debate, Model UN, Chess and 6 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.2%, which is above the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Leicester, Soar Valley College 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 | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 16 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Gleneagles Avenue, Leicester, Leicester, LE4 7GY |
| Headteacher | Neetin Pabari |
| Local Authority | Leicester |
| Number of Pupils | 1,564 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.2% |
| School Capacity | 1,564 / 1,560 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Mar 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Source: Ofsted, 5 May 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (+0.74)
246th of 3,141
Nationally
9th of 273
In East Midlands
3rd of 20
In Leicester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make significantly more progress than similar students nationally
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
Ofsted Parent View
43 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
19Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed316
827
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
330 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Class profile
2024/25Better than 75% of schools in England.
Better than half of schools in England.
Lower is generally better — fewer pupils per teacher or per class means more individual attention. Sources: DfE School Workforce Census & Schools, pupils and their characteristics, 2024/25.
Pupils & demographics
2024/25Above the national average (25%) — higher-disadvantage intake.
Among the highest 25% — a diverse linguistic intake.
Ethnic background
- Asian75.0%
- White (other)6.0%
- White British5.2%
- Mixed3.9%
- Black0.4%
Source: DfE Schools, pupils and their characteristics (2024/25). Percentages may not sum to 100% — pupils classified as “unclassified”, “refused” or minor categories are not shown.
Attendance & Behaviour
2024/25Half of schools in England do better than this.
Better than half of schools in England.
Pupils missing 10% or more of sessions.
75% of schools in England do better than this.
A pupil temporarily sent home for behaviour.
Permanent exclusion is rare — most schools have none in a given year.
Ranks vs all state-funded schools in England. Source: DfE Pupil absence in schools & Suspensions and permanent exclusions.
Catchment & Local Competition
No catchment data published for this school
The dashed grey ring is a generic 1-mile reference area — it's not an admission boundary. Real catchment depends on year, demand, and council criteria. We currently have real data for about 6% of UK schools and are actively expanding the database.
⚠ This school is oversubscribed — without published cutoff data we can't show how far places reach. Check your council's admissions page.
Schools within 1 mile (reference area)
1 mile is a fixed reference, not this school's catchment.
10
Total schools
10
Oversubscribed
8
Primary
Don’t use the dashed grey ring as a catchment boundary — it’s a reference area for counting nearby schools only. Real admission boundaries depend on year-by-year demand and council criteria; ask the school or council for authoritative info.
Frequently Asked Questions About Soar Valley College
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Understanding School Catchment Areas
How admission distances work and tips for maximising your choices
Contact Information
Gleneagles Avenue, Leicester
Leicester, LE4 7GY
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