Woolden Hill Primary School
86%
Capacity
207
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Woolden Hill Primary School
Woolden Hill Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Charnwood community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 207 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 240 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Woolden Hill Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Candi Norman, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7409th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 45 in Charnwood.
Woolden Hill Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 71 applications for 30 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 were first-preference applications.
Woolden Hill Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 98% recommending the school (50 responses).
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 Woolden Hill Primary School include Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Swimming, Dance, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Coding, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Charnwood, Woolden 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 | Netherfield Road, Leicester, Charnwood, LE7 7ES |
| Headteacher | Candi Norman |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 207 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.5% |
| School Capacity | 207 / 240 (86% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Jan 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7409th of 13,686
Nationally
679th of 1,353
In East Midlands
31st of 45
In Charnwood
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'23/24
61%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
50 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
71
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Woolden Hill Primary School
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Contact Information
Netherfield Road, Leicester
Charnwood, LE7 7ES
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