St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Hinckley
81%
Capacity
254
Pupils
4.7x
Demand
About St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Hinckley
St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Hinckley is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Hinckley and Bosworth community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 254 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 315 places).
Ofsted has rated St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Hinckley "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rachel Ayres, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 38% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12754th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 29th out of 29 in Hinckley and Bosworth.
St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Hinckley is a popular choice with families — it received 108 applications for 23 places, making it 4.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Hinckley include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Library, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Tennis, Football, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Art Club, Drama, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.2%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hinckley and Bosworth, St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Hinckley 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 | Station Road, Hinckley, Hinckley and Bosworth, LE10 1AW |
| Headteacher | Rachel Ayres |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 254 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.2% |
| School Capacity | 254 / 315 (81% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Oct 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (38%)
12754th of 13,686
Nationally
1240th of 1,353
In East Midlands
29th of 29
In Hinckley and Bosworth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
38%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
49%
'23/24
38%
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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed23
108
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (21% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Hinckley
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Contact Information
Station Road, Hinckley
Hinckley and Bosworth, LE10 1AW
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