Sparkenhoe Community Primary School
97%
Capacity
467
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Sparkenhoe Community Primary School
Sparkenhoe Community 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 467 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 480 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Sparkenhoe Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rhian Jones, it falls under Leicester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2682nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 68 in Leicester.
Sparkenhoe Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 112 applications for 60 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 71 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate 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 Sparkenhoe Community Primary School include Art Studios, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Rounders, Dance, Athletics, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Science Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.0%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leicester, Sparkenhoe Community 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 | Saxby Street, Leicester, Leicester, LE2 0TD |
| Headteacher | Rhian Jones |
| Local Authority | Leicester |
| Number of Pupils | 467 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.0% |
| School Capacity | 467 / 480 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2682nd of 13,686
Nationally
232nd of 1,353
In East Midlands
11th of 68
In Leicester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
75%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
112
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
71 families put this school as their 1st choice (63% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Saxby Street, Leicester
Leicester, LE2 0TD
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