Bishop Ellis Catholic Voluntary Academy
Leicester, LE4 8GP · Leicestershire · primary school
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155th of 215 primary schools in Leicestershire we can score, 231 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 4,217 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.5/10 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 | 53.0 · 24 | 40% | 0.96 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Bishop Ellis Catholic Voluntary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 53.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 3.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2025. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.5 out of 10 among them, against 2.6 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 232 pupils against a stated capacity of 341. 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 while addressing the gap in results?
What Ofsted said about Bishop Ellis Catholic Voluntary Academy
Overview
Bishop Ellis Catholic Voluntary Academy has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at its previous inspection. The school is described as a "caring school held in high regard" where pupils are "happy and feel safe." Leaders demonstrate a "relentless commitment to improvement," ensuring high aspirations for all pupils to thrive spiritually, academically, and socially.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "inspiring and interesting," with knowledge carefully sequenced so pupils can "make meaningful links and connections" across subjects.
- Staff use "skilful questioning techniques" and checks for understanding to address misconceptions promptly, resulting in pupils achieving particularly well in English and mathematics.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported effectively, with staff providing "well-placed prompts and guidance" to help them succeed alongside peers.
- Behaviour is excellent; classrooms are "studious spaces" where pupils are "respectful and polite" and keen to demonstrate positive learning attitudes.
- The early years provision is "vibrant and inviting," nurturing children’s independence, curiosity, and early language development.
Areas to improve
- In a small number of wider curriculum subjects and some early years areas, learning opportunities do not always "stretch and enable them to extend their knowledge further."
- The school should ensure greater consistency in supporting pupils to "extend their knowledge and understanding" so they achieve highly across the entire curriculum.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 49% |
| 2023/24 | 68% |
| 2024/25 | 53% |
| 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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