St Bartholomew's Church of England Primary School
97%
Capacity
507
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About St Bartholomew's Church of England Primary School
St Bartholomew's Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Charnwood community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 507 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 525 places).
Ofsted has rated St Bartholomew's Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alexander Clark, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6322nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 24th out of 45 in Charnwood.
St Bartholomew's Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 189 applications for 59 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 57 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 St Bartholomew's Church of England Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Library, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Forest School, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Tennis, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Chess, Book Club, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Charnwood, St Bartholomew's 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 | Willowcroft, Loughborough, Charnwood, LE12 8HQ |
| Headteacher | Alexander Clark |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 507 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.3% |
| School Capacity | 507 / 525 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 May 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Jan 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6322nd of 13,686
Nationally
567th of 1,353
In East Midlands
24th of 45
In Charnwood
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
64%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
189
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
57 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Bartholomew's Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Willowcroft, Loughborough
Charnwood, LE12 8HQ
Journey to School
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