Brookside Primary School
Leicester, LE2 4FU · Leicestershire · primary school
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20th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 9.3/10 against 4,298 of them, against 9.0/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 92.0 · 98 | 40% | 3.93 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 25% | 1.94 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Brookside Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 92.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 13.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2022. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (9.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 431 pupils against a stated capacity of 440. 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
Since the last inspection was in 2022, what specific improvements have been made to the curriculum since then? How does the school support pupils who are working towards the higher standard in core subjects?
What Ofsted said about Brookside Primary School
Overview
Brookside Primary School is judged as ‘Good’ across all inspection categories. The report describes a welcoming community where pupils feel valued and safe, with strong personal development and effective early years provision. While the curriculum is ambitious, leaders acknowledge that some new approaches require further embedding to ensure consistent high standards.
Strengths
- Pupils are ‘valued members of the community’ and feel safe, with clear knowledge of who to tell if worried.
- Reception children ‘get off to a great start’, with routines quickly established and phonics taught accurately.
- Staff have ‘high expectations’ of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, ensuring they are included in leadership roles.
- Pupils ‘deeply understand what British values are’ and are curious about the world around them.
- Staff well-being is considered, and they express pride in working at the school.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure all staff become ‘early reading experts’ so pupils read fluently and with understanding, not just decoding words.
- In a few subjects, the sequence of learning needs refining so pupils can connect current learning with previous knowledge.
- Those responsible for governance must improve the rigour of their checks to ensure leader actions are making the desired difference.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff trained and leaders acting promptly when concerns are raised.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 74% |
| 2023/24 | 79% |
| 2024/25 | 92% |
| 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
—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
- 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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