Bishop Ellis Catholic Voluntary Academy
Bishop Ellis Catholic Voluntary Academy is a primary located in Leicestershire, LE4 8GP. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Good. The school admits pupils aged 5 to 11. It currently has approximately 236 pupils on roll.
Bishop Ellis Catholic Voluntary Academy is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy converter. It is part of the Diocese of Nottingham diocese.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Primary
School Type: Academy converter
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 5 to 11
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: No Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban city and town
Religious Diocese: Diocese of Nottingham
Local Authority: Leicestershire
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 341
Number of Pupils: 236
Number of Boys: 134
Number of Girls: 102
Special Classes Code: 2
Percentage on Free School Meals: 14.4
Last Changed Date: 2025-06-03
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Good
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Not Rated
Behaviour & Attitudes: Not Rated
Personal Development: Not Rated
Leadership & Management: Good
Early Years Provision: Rating: 8
Sixth Form Provision: Not Rated
Safeguarding Effective: 9
Inspection Date: 2012-09-03
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Monaghan
Phone: 01162695510
Website: www.bishopellis.leics.sch.uk
Location: Barkby Thorpe Lane, Thurmaston
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bishop Ellis Catholic Voluntary Academy
What is the Ofsted rating of Bishop Ellis Catholic Voluntary Academy?
Bishop Ellis Catholic Voluntary Academy has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Bishop Ellis Catholic Voluntary Academy admit?
Bishop Ellis Catholic Voluntary Academy admits pupils from age 5 to 11.
Is Bishop Ellis Catholic Voluntary Academy a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Bishop Ellis Catholic Voluntary Academy is a mixed school.
What type of school is Bishop Ellis Catholic Voluntary Academy?
Bishop Ellis Catholic Voluntary Academy is a academy converter offering primary education.
What is the crime rate near Bishop Ellis Catholic Voluntary Academy?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Bishop Ellis Catholic Voluntary Academy on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Bishop Ellis Catholic Voluntary Academy?
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