Snarestone Church of England School, Swadlincote

In its own words: "In this section, you will find useful information about our school, including our staff and governors, and how our pupils' journey is underpinned by our Christian ethos and values."

From the headteacher's welcome: "J esus said, 'I have come to give life - life in all its fullness.' We are a happy, friendly, small Church of England Primary School situated in the village of Snarestone. We would love to meet you and show you around our school."

In 2025, 88% of Year 6 pupils at Snarestone Church of England School reached the expected standard in reading and 81% in maths. At the average state primary the figures were 78% and 77% in Leicestershire and 77% and 75% across England.

Results were similar in 2024 (86% in reading, 86% in maths).

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

For September 2026 entry, 7 families put Snarestone Church of England School as their first choice and 25 named it as one of their preferences, for 7 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 Snarestone Church of England School are St Charles Catholic Primary Voluntary Academy (1.7 miles, Good, 95% reading, 90% maths); Newton Burgoland Primary School (1.7 miles, Good, 64% reading, 64% maths); Sir John Moore Church of England Primary School (1.7 miles, Good, 65% reading, 60% maths); and Measham Church of England Primary School (1.7 miles, Good, 64% reading, 64% maths).

Snarestone Church of England School's 2025 results were higher than 3 of these 4 schools.

Snarestone Church of England School is one of 26 schools run by Rise Multi Academy Trust, an academy trust.

15.2% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, well below 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.

In 2026, 16 pupils (24.2%) received SEN support and 2 (3%) had an education, health and care plan, against 16.2% and 4.6% at the average state school. The most common need among them is speech, language and communication needs.

Snarestone Church of England School had 7 teachers in 2026, one for every 10 pupils: more teachers per pupil than a typical primary school, at about one for every 20.

The nearest tram or metro stop is Shackerstone Rail Station (Battlefield Line), about 2.8 miles away in a straight line.

7 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is The Globe (outside), 120 metres away.

In August 2026, police recorded 0 crimes within a mile of the school. That is well below the typical figure around schools in Leicestershire (58).

In 2024/25, Snarestone Church of England School issued 4 suspensions, 5.5 for every 100 pupils (the average state school: 6.3), and no permanent exclusions.