Fossebrook Primary School — Primary School in Leicester

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Fossebrook Primary School

Leicester, LE3 3FF

208 Pupils

210 Capacity

4–11 Age Range

21.60% FSM %

99 Boys

109 Girls

About Fossebrook Primary School

Fossebrook Primary School is a Primary Academies serving Leicester and the surrounding area in Leicestershire with a Does not apply character. The school for pupils aged 4–11 is part of the East Midlands region.

It has 208 pupils on roll. School capacity: 210. Current headteacher: Sarah Evans.

Information on Fossebrook Primary School is sourced from the DfE GIAS database, the authoritative register of all schools and educational establishments in England.

School Details

Establishment Type	Academy sponsor led
Type Group	Academies
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	Leicestershire
Region	East Midlands
Administrative District	Blaby
Parliamentary Constituency	Mid Leicestershire
Ward	Thorpe Astley & St Mary's
Urban / Rural	Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Not applicable
Religious Character	Does not apply
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	Not applicable
Sixth Form	Does not have a sixth form
Nursery Provision	No Nursery Classes
Trust / Sponsor	DISCOVERY SCHOOLS ACADEMIES TRUST LTD
Opened	01-09-2016
UKPRN	10057805
URN	142410
Data Last Updated	29-09-2025

Governors & Trustees (9)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mrs Sam Williams	Chair of Local Governing Body	06/03/2025	05/03/2028	Appointed by GB/board
Mr Richard Bailey	Local Governor	23/05/2022	22/05/2025	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Nicky Ball	Local Governor	27/08/2024	31/07/2025	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Miss Ella-Mae Briggs	Local Governor	28/01/2026	27/01/2029	Elected by school staff
Mrs Erica Dodd	Local Governor	22/11/2023	21/11/2026	Elected by parents
Mrs Sarah Evans	Local Governor	31/07/2025	—	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Mrs Kellie White	Local Governor	20/09/2023	31/07/2025	Elected by school staff
Mr Mark Widdop	Local Governor	27/03/2023	26/03/2026	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Urszula Zawadzka	Local Governor	22/11/2023	21/11/2026	Elected by parents

Schools Nearby

Stafford Leys Community Primary School

1.01 km • Leicester

Other

Kingsway Primary School

1.3 km • Leicester

Other

The Winstanley School

1.36 km • Leicester

Other

Emmanuel Christian School

1.43 km • Braunstone

Other

Braunstone Community Primary School

1.55 km • Leicester

Other

New Lubbesthorpe Primary School

1.65 km • Leicester

Other

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is Fossebrook Primary School?

Fossebrook Primary School is a Academy sponsor led (group: Academies) in Leicester, Leicestershire.

How many pupils does Fossebrook Primary School have?

Fossebrook Primary School has 208 pupils, with a capacity of 210.

What is the age range at Fossebrook Primary School?

Fossebrook Primary School caters for pupils aged 4 to 11.

Who is the headteacher at Fossebrook Primary School?

The Head Teacher at Fossebrook Primary School is Mrs Sarah Evans.

Where is Fossebrook Primary School located?

Fossebrook Primary School is at Holmfield Avenue West, Leicester Forest East, Leicester, LE3 3FF, in the Leicestershire local authority, East Midlands.

Does Fossebrook Primary School have a sixth form?

Sixth form at Fossebrook Primary School: Does not have a sixth form.

Is Fossebrook Primary School currently open?

Fossebrook Primary School is currently open.

Contact

Head Teacher

Mrs Sarah Evans

Holmfield Avenue West, Leicester Forest East, Leicester, LE3 3FF

01163087966

www.fossebrook.org.uk

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 142410

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026