St Denys Church of England Infant School, Ibstock
URN: 120138 • Ibstock LE67 6NL
Overview
- Name
- St Denys Church of England Infant School, Ibstock
- URN
- 120138
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 61.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Cheryl Sargeant (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01530260004
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Laud Close, Ibstock LE67 6NL
Summary
St Denys Church of England Infant School, located in Ibstock, Leicestershire, is a voluntary controlled primary school catering to mixed-gender pupils aged 4 to 7. With a current enrollment of 231 students and a capacity of 270, the school emphasizes a nurturing and inclusive environment. The school operates a 12-place Specialist Resource Base designed to support children with Communication & Interaction and Cognition & Learning Needs, ensuring that all pupils receive tailored educational experiences.
The school’s ethos is encapsulated in its motto, “Grow in wisdom. Live well. Love God. Love others,” reflecting its commitment to the holistic development of each child. St Denys offers a curriculum that fosters social, emotional, physical, intellectual, spiritual, and moral growth, encouraging children to reach their full potential. The dedicated staff work collaboratively to create a safe and engaging learning atmosphere, building on the experiences children bring from home.
St Denys also values community involvement, hosting various events such as open evenings and fundraising activities, which strengthen the connection between the school and families. Parents are encouraged to engage with their child's education through resources and support initiatives provided by the school.
The school’s ethos is encapsulated in its motto, “Grow in wisdom. Live well. Love God. Love others,” reflecting its commitment to the holistic development of each child. St Denys offers a curriculum that fosters social, emotional, physical, intellectual, spiritual, and moral growth, encouraging children to reach their full potential. The dedicated staff work collaboratively to create a safe and engaging learning atmosphere, building on the experiences children bring from home.
St Denys also values community involvement, hosting various events such as open evenings and fundraising activities, which strengthen the connection between the school and families. Parents are encouraged to engage with their child's education through resources and support initiatives provided by the school.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- SEND & Inclusion (sen)
- St Denys Specialist SEND Resource Base Find out more (sen)
- October 6th, 2025 After-School Clubs Starting After October Half Term Click the link below the poster to book. Read more (other)
- Policies (other)
- Our School (other)
- School Prospectus & Virtual School Tour (other)
- Our School Vision & Values (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Ibstock Junior School (62.8)
Key details
- LA
- Leicestershire
- Age range
- 4 - 7
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 270
- Pupils
- 231
- Boys
- 118
- Girls
- 113
- FSM %
- 14.30
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-10-04
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Leicestershire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 231 | 118 | 113 | 270 | 14.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 243 | 125 | 118 | 270 | 16.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 260 | 125 | 135 | 270 | 16.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 260 | 125 | 135 | 270 | 16.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 263 | 117 | 146 | 270 | 12.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 255 | 119 | 136 | 270 | 11.00 |
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