Ivanhoe School

URN: 138350 • Ashby-de-la-Zouch LE65 1HX

Overview

Name
Ivanhoe School
URN
138350
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
LIFE MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
57.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Alison Allford (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01530412756
Website
Visit
Address
North Street, Ashby-de-la-Zouch LE65 1HX

Summary

Ivanhoe School, located in Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Leicestershire, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 799 pupils and a capacity of 1,098. The school is part of the LiFE Multi Academy Trust and is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment that promotes British values and diversity. With 25.5% of students eligible for free school meals, Ivanhoe prioritises equity and access to education for all.

The curriculum at Ivanhoe School is designed to provide a well-rounded education, offering a range of subjects at Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, including core subjects and vocational options. The school places a strong emphasis on student wellbeing, with dedicated support for mental health, anti-bullying initiatives, and special educational needs. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through various resources, including newsletters, parent evenings, and support guides.

Ivanhoe School actively collaborates with local partnerships, including the North West Leicestershire School Sports Partnership and the Leicester & Leicestershire Teaching School Hub, to enhance educational opportunities and community involvement. The school’s ethos centres on a journey to excellence, aiming to prepare students for future success both academically and personally.

Key details

LA
Leicestershire
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
LIFE MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
1098
Pupils
799
Boys
407
Girls
392
FSM %
25.50
Open date
2012-07-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2018-10-04
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Leicestershire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 799 407 392 1098 25.50
2024-09-11 870 433 437 1098 22.60
2023-09-11 960 483 477 1098 14.20
2022-09-11 960 483 477 990 14.20
2021-09-11 953 465 488 949 14.10
2020-09-11 956 480 476 949 11.70

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