Saint Clare's Primary School A Catholic Voluntary Academy, Coalville, Leicestershire
Coalville, LE67 3SF · Leicestershire · primary school
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77th of 215 primary schools in Leicestershire we can score, 231 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 5.3/10 against 3,752 of them, against 5.4/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 59.0 · 37 | 40% | 1.47 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 14.0 · 81 | 25% | 2.03 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Saint Clare's Primary School A Catholic Voluntary Academy, Coalville, Leicestershire overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 59.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. A higher 14.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (5.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.4 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2024.
Getting in
The published school roll is 193 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific trips or external visits are planned for the current academic year? How does the Catholic ethos shape daily classroom interactions?
What Ofsted said about Saint Clare's Primary School A Catholic Voluntary Academy, Coalville, Leicestershire
Overview
Saint Clare’s Primary School is described as a “calm and friendly place” where pupils are “ambitious to do well” and demonstrate positive attitudes towards learning. The inspection highlights a strong sense of community and faith, with pupils taking pride in their responsibilities and the school’s values. While the overall effectiveness is rated Good, the early years provision is judged to be Outstanding.
Strengths
- Staff are “experts at teaching pupils to read,” using a consistent phonics approach and ensuring books match each pupil’s stage.
- The early years provision is “Outstanding,” with “well-designed activities” that skilfully challenge children’s thinking and foster independence.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported by “rigorous systems” and trained staff, ensuring they “do well.”
- The school fosters a strong sense of community, with pupils engaging in local events and holding positions of responsibility such as school councillors and eco-representatives.
- Leaders moved swiftly to address declining mathematics standards, seeking expert advice to help staff deliver an “ambitious mathematics curriculum.”
Areas to improve
- The school must evaluate the effectiveness of all subjects thoroughly, as there are “inconsistencies in how some subjects are taught” and strong connections are not always made with prior learning.
- Teachers need to ensure they have the expertise to identify misconceptions in lessons, as these are “not always picked up,” preventing some pupils from doing as well as they could.
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective.”
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 54% |
| 2023/24 | 46% |
| 2024/25 | 59% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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