Fernvale Primary School

URN: 143248 • Leicester LE7 9PR

Overview

Name
Fernvale Primary School
URN
143248
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
OADBY, WIGSTON AND LEICESTERSHIRE SCHOOLS ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
62.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Helen Cartledge-Splitt (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01162416722
Website
Visit
Address
Somerby Road, Leicester LE7 9PR

Summary

Fernvale Primary School, located in Leicester, is a mixed academy converter with a current enrolment of 340 pupils, out of a capacity of 420. The school is committed to fostering a caring and supportive environment where children, families, and staff can thrive together. The ethos of the school emphasises the development of confidence, independent thinking, and a love for learning, preparing pupils for their future educational journeys.

The school prides itself on its dedicated staff and active involvement from parents and governors, all working collaboratively to ensure that each child reaches their full potential. Fernvale Primary School has recently been awarded the Gold School Games Mark for 2024/25, highlighting its commitment to physical education and active participation in sports.

Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community, and visits are welcomed to gain a deeper understanding of the school's values and curriculum. For more information, parents can reach out via the school's contact details provided on their website.

Key details

LA
Leicestershire
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
OADBY, WIGSTON AND LEICESTERSHIRE SCHOOLS ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
420
Pupils
340
Boys
181
Girls
159
FSM %
16.50
Open date
2016-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-03-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Leicestershire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 340 181 159 420 16.50
2024-09-11 340 181 159 420 16.50
2023-09-11 281 138 143 420 14.20
2022-09-11 281 138 143 420 14.20
2021-09-11 258 125 133 420 14.00
2020-09-11 242 122 120 420 9.90

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