Harby Church of England Primary School, Melton Mowbray

In its own words: "In this section we hope to share elements of our school with you so you can learn more about us and our approach. For prospective parents and those new to our school we recognise that this is no substitute for a visit."

From the headteacher's welcome: "Expanding horizons, exploring potential and embracing faith " Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it. " Proverbs 22:6 On behalf of the children, staff and governors I am very pleased to welcome you to Harby C of E Primary School."

The school runs a breakfast club from 7:45am and after-school care.

In 2025, 79% of Year 6 pupils at Harby Church of England Primary School reached the expected standard in reading and 71% in maths. At the average state primary the figures were 78% and 77% in Leicestershire and 77% and 75% across England.

Results rose from 56% in reading and 78% in maths in 2024.

With small year groups, a few pupils can move these figures by several points.

For September 2026 entry, 10 families put Harby Church of England Primary School as their first choice and 19 named it as one of their preferences, for 10 places offered. That is one first choice for every place. Every family who put it first was offered a place there for 2026 entry.

The nearest other state primary schools to Harby Church of England Primary School are Hose Church of England Primary School (1.4 miles, Requires improvement, 57% reading, 43% maths); Stathern Primary School (1.6 miles, Outstanding, 100% reading, 100% maths); Langar CofE Primary School (2.6 miles, 83% reading, 83% maths); and Long Clawson Church of England Primary School (2.7 miles, Good).

Harby Church of England Primary School's 2025 results were higher than 1 of these 3 schools.

34.3% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, well above the average state school (25%), and 1.5% speak English as an additional language, against 18.8% on average, according to the 2026 school census.

The largest ethnic groups are White British (87%) and Mixed (9%).

Harby Church of England Primary School had 6 teachers in 2026, one for every 13 pupils: more teachers per pupil than a typical primary school, at about one for every 20.

There is no railway, tram or Underground station within about three miles of Harby Church of England Primary School.

10 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Village Hall (adjacent), 140 metres away.

In August 2026, police recorded 2 crimes within a mile of the school, most often other theft and vehicle crime. That is well below the typical figure around schools in Leicestershire (58).

In 2024/25, Harby Church of England Primary School issued 1 suspension, 1.3 for every 100 pupils (the average state school: 6.3), and no permanent exclusions.