Thorpe Acre Infant School
91%
Capacity
137
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About Thorpe Acre Infant School
Thorpe Acre Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Charnwood community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 137 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 150 places).
Ofsted has rated Thorpe Acre Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jo Beaumont, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.
Thorpe Acre Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 85 applications for 25 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Other Difficulty/Disability. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Thorpe Acre Infant School include ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Library, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Football, Dance, Cricket, as well as clubs including Art Club, Science Club, Book Club, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.0%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Charnwood, Thorpe Acre Infant 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Alan Moss Road, Loughborough, Charnwood, LE11 4SQ |
| Headteacher | Jo Beaumont |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 137 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.0% |
| School Capacity | 137 / 150 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
85
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (27% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Alan Moss Road, Loughborough
Charnwood, LE11 4SQ
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