Spinney Hill Primary School
100%
Capacity
687
Pupils
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Demand
About Spinney Hill Primary School
Spinney Hill 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 687 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 689 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Spinney Hill Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Catherine Stretton, it falls under Leicester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 74% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2905th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 68 in Leicester.
Spinney Hill Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 120 applications for 88 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 87 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 Spinney Hill Primary School include Library, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Rounders, Athletics, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.7%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leicester, Spinney Hill 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 | Ventnor Street, Leicester, Leicester, LE5 5EZ |
| Headteacher | Catherine Stretton |
| Local Authority | Leicester |
| Number of Pupils | 687 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.7% |
| School Capacity | 687 / 689 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (23 Nov 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Oct 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (74%)
2905th of 13,686
Nationally
254th of 1,353
In East Midlands
12th of 68
In Leicester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
74%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
74%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed88
120
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
87 families put this school as their 1st choice (73% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Ventnor Street, Leicester
Leicester, LE5 5EZ
Journey to School
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