Barwell Church of England Academy

URN: 138965 • Leicester LE9 8DS

Overview

Name
Barwell Church of England Academy
URN
138965
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
BARWELL CHURCH OF ENGLAND ACADEMY
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
43.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Victoria Newman (since 2025) , Head Teacher
Telephone
01455842047
Website
Visit
Address
High Street, Leicester LE9 8DS

Summary

Barwell Church of England Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Leicester, with a current enrolment of 223 pupils and a capacity of 300. Established in 1872, the school is rooted in Christian values and aims to foster a supportive community where children can flourish academically and personally. The academy emphasizes inclusivity and high expectations for all students, nurturing their mind, body, and spirit.

The school offers a rich and challenging curriculum designed to engage students and support their development. In line with modern educational needs, Barwell Church of England Academy has established a Remote Education Provision to ensure continuity of learning during instances of self-isolation or local lockdowns. This provision aligns closely with in-school teaching to maintain educational standards.

Admissions are coordinated with the Local Authority, with a published admission number of 67 for each year group. Parents can find detailed information about the application process, including deadlines and policies, on the school's website. The academy remains committed to serving the local community, continuing the legacy of its founders.

Key details

LA
Leicestershire
Age range
7 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
BARWELL CHURCH OF ENGLAND ACADEMY
Capacity
300
Pupils
223
Boys
107
Girls
116
FSM %
30.90
Open date
2012-11-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Leicestershire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 223 107 116 300 30.90
2024-09-11 226 109 117 300 29.20
2023-09-11 241 123 118 300 26.60
2022-09-11 241 123 118 300 26.60
2021-09-11 250 127 123 300 22.00
2020-09-11 264 141 123 300 16.70

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