St Simon and St Jude CofE Primary School
71%
Capacity
149
Pupils
5.0x
Demand
About St Simon and St Jude CofE Primary School
St Simon and St Jude CofE Primary School 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 149 pupils on roll, operating at 71% capacity.
Ofsted has rated St Simon and St Jude CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Katherine Ng-Bell, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 46% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11508th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 28th out of 29 in Hinckley and Bosworth.
St Simon and St Jude CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 55 applications for 11 places, making it 5.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 11 were first-preference applications.
St Simon and St Jude CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 63% recommending the school (19 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Simon and St Jude CofE Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Cross Country, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Drama, Gardening, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 43.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hinckley and Bosworth, St Simon and St Jude CofE 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 | Astley Road, Leicester, Hinckley and Bosworth, LE9 7AE |
| Headteacher | Katherine Ng-Bell |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 149 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 43.0% |
| School Capacity | 149 / 210 (71% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Feb 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Feb 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Jul 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (46%)
11508th of 13,686
Nationally
1111th of 1,353
In East Midlands
28th of 29
In Hinckley and Bosworth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
46%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'23/24
46%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
19 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed11
55
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
11 families put this school as their 1st choice (20% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Simon and St Jude CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Astley Road, Leicester
Hinckley and Bosworth, LE9 7AE
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