Barwell Church of England Junior School
High Street, Barwell, Leicester, LE9 8DSOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Barwell Church of England Junior School is a primary school in Leicester for ages 7 to 11. It is one of the 324 schools in Leicestershire. It ranks 87th of 138 primary schools in Leicester. Its latest Ofsted inspection, in January 2025, graded each key judgement and gave no overall Ofsted rating.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 14 January 2025, report published 5 February 2025
This inspection graded each key judgement and gave no overall effectiveness grade.
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Outstanding
- Personal development
- Outstanding
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 14 January 2025
Pupils are happy and proud to attend Barwell Church of England Academy. The school has created a learning environment that feels like a happy family in which all pupils can thrive. Pupils told inspectors that 'everybody is welcome'. They are guided by the school's values to show respect and kindness as they learn and play together. Behaviour is exemplary. The school teaches all pupils how to regulate their emotions and follow school routines. Caring staff support any pupils who struggle with this. As a result, the school is calm and orderly. There are no disruptions to learning. The school is ambitious for all pupils to succeed. The curriculum is broad and ambitious. Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) have the same opportunities as their peers and are well supported to be successful. Pupils try hard and achieve well. The school's 'journey to wellness' curriculum supports pupils' wider personal development exceptionally well. Through daily assemblies, pupils learn about spirituality, diversity and the fundamental British values. Enrichment and extra-curricular activities support pupils to develop their character and provide them with memorable experiences. These include residential trips and visits to the theatre.
What the school should improve
- On some occasions, teachers do not check pupils' understanding carefully enough. They do not routinely correct pupils' misconceptions or identify opportunities to challenge pupils further. This means that some pupils do not gain knowledge as quickly or securely as they might. The school should ensure that teachers check pupils' understanding systematically, and provide clear, direct feedback that helps pupils to improve their work and deepen their understanding.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
54 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
229 pupils on roll, with places for 300
Schools near Barwell Church of England Junior School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barwell Infant School | 0.2 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Newlands Community Primary School | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Requires improvement | 43% met the expected standard |
| Hinckley Parks Primary School | 2 miles | Report card: Expected standard to strong standard | 74% met the expected standard |
| Townlands Church of England Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 65% met the expected standard |
| Richmond Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 63% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
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- Age range
- 7 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mrs Lisa Stewart
- Phone
- 01455842047
- Address
- High Street, Barwell, Leicester, LE9 8DS
- Local authority
- Leicestershire
- URN
- 138965
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.