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Barley Croft Primary School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Barley Croft Primary School is a community primary school in Leicester , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 332 pupils, and a capacity of 330 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

332

Pupils

330

Capacity

101%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2019

Barley Croft Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Barley Croft Primary School is set by Leicester and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Currently oversubscribed: 332 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 330 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Leicester before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Barley Croft Primary School — School Information

Full address
Malham Close, Beaumont Leys, Leicester, LE4 0UT
Local authority
Leicester
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
43% of pupils
DfE URN
120050

Other Primary Schools in Leicester

If Barley Croft Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Leicester are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Barley Croft Primary School

Is Barley Croft Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Barley Croft Primary School currently has 332 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 330 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Barley Croft Primary School?

Admission to Barley Croft Primary School is managed by Leicester. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Barley Croft Primary School cover?

Barley Croft Primary School is a primary school in Leicester, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Barley Croft Primary School?

Barley Croft Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.