Alderman Richard Hallam Primary School
Leicester, LE4 0FQ · Leicester · primary school
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48th of 71 primary schools in Leicester we can score, 82 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 4,143 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.6/10 among them, against 2.6/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 55.0 · 27 | 41% | 1.12 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.76 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 26% | 0.61 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Alderman Richard Hallam Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 55.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 2.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2022. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.6 out of 10 among them, against 2.6 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 881 pupils against a stated capacity of 918. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific steps are taken to raise attainment to the higher standard? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Alderman Richard Hallam Primary School
Overview
Alderman Richard Hallam Primary School continues to be a good school, characterised by a "strong sense of community" and "exemplary" pupil behaviour. Leaders maintain high expectations, ensuring pupils are "highly engaged in their lessons" and feel safe and well cared for.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "exemplary" behaviour and are "motivated to do their best" due to teachers’ high expectations.
- Staff teach early reading well, with pupils learning to read fluently and receiving timely support if they struggle.
- Leaders identify pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) quickly, ensuring they access the same curriculum as their peers.
- There is a strong focus on personal development, with pupils encouraged to become "responsible citizens" through community involvement and leadership roles.
- Staff report that leaders are "considerate of their workload and well-being," contributing to a positive staff culture.
Areas to improve
- In a small number of subjects, leaders have not precisely identified the key knowledge pupils need to learn, making curriculum sequencing unclear.
- The early years curriculum does not consistently break down the knowledge children need to learn, with some lessons driven by activities rather than learning outcomes.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff receiving regular training and passing on concerns promptly.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 62% |
| 2023/24 | 61% |
| 2024/25 | 55% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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