Babington Academy
Leicester, LE4 0SZ · Leicester · secondary school
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17th of 20 secondary schools in Leicester we can score, 21 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 1.7/10 against 358 of them, against 0.8/10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.84 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 27.1 · 10 | 30% | 0.31 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | -0.8 · 6 | 25% | 0.14 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 36.1 · 7 | 10% | 0.07 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Babington Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 30.7% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 38.0, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was -0.8 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did worse than those nationally who started from the same place. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (2.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.3 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme and participate in athletics events. Trips include international visits to France, national museums, and geography field trips. A breakfast club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,339 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,380. 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 to close the gap between their current attainment and the national median? What specific support is offered for pupils with a negative Progress 8 score? How does the breakfast club integrate with the wider pastoral care for secondary students?
What Ofsted said about Babington Academy
Overview
Babington Academy is described as an inclusive and supportive community where pupils enjoy attending school and live up to the ‘PROUD’ values. Leaders have developed an ambitious, broad, and balanced curriculum that meets pupils’ needs, with strong pastoral care ensuring students feel safe and accepted.
Strengths
- The curriculum is well-planned and sequenced, ensuring most pupils build on existing knowledge, with particular success for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Teachers possess strong subject knowledge and adapt delivery effectively, while reading interventions support pupils who lack confidence and fluency.
- Staff feel well-supported by leaders, who provide frequent professional development opportunities and consider staff well-being.
- Pupils benefit from a rich offer of wider opportunities, including leadership roles and well-planned careers guidance, fostering personal development and respect for others.
- Relationships between pupils and staff are positive, with most pupils behaving well and settling quickly into lessons.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, teachers move pupils on to new learning too quickly without ensuring they have a secure understanding of previous content, hindering progress.
- A small number of pupils do not consistently behave well, which can distract others and disrupt learning; staff need better skills to help these pupils regulate their behaviour.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a strong culture where staff are well-trained, take prompt action regarding risks, and work closely with families and agencies.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 33.9 |
| 2024/25 | 38.0 |
| 2025/26 | 36.1 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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