Charnwood Primary School
Leicester, LE2 0HE · Leicester · primary school
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24th 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 5.7/10 against 2,806 of them, against 5.0/10 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 | 67.0 · 57 | 62% | 3.50 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 38% | 1.54 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Charnwood Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 67.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 5.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 400 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 working towards the expected standard in maths? What specific trips or external visits are planned for the current academic year? How does the school manage the transition for Year 6 pupils moving to secondary education?
What Ofsted said about Charnwood Primary School
Overview
Charnwood Primary School is described as an inclusive environment where pupils form strong friendships and show respect for diverse beliefs. The report highlights that staff create a supportive atmosphere where pupils thrive, with effective support provided for those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and English as an additional language. However, the early years provision requires improvement, as high expectations are not fully realised for younger children.
Strengths
- Pupils are "proud to attend this inclusive school" and demonstrate care and kindness towards one another.
- The curriculum clearly outlines learning goals, with vocabulary development at its heart, enabling pupils to access subject-specific language systematically.
- Reading is "well taught," with staff using individual ‘phonics passports’ to identify and address gaps in early reading knowledge.
- Staff receive appreciated training and feel well supported when changes are introduced to policies and systems.
- The personal development programme helps pupils understand life in modern Britain, ensuring they feel they have "a voice at this school."
Areas to improve
- The school must ensure the curriculum is implemented consistently well, as some activities do not help pupils gain mastery of grammar and sentence structure, and misconceptions are occasionally not resolved.
- Early years staff must develop the expertise needed to deliver the intended curriculum successfully, ensuring children have sufficient opportunities to rehease and embed key knowledge during independent learning.
Safeguarding
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 | 72% |
| 2023/24 | 64% |
| 2024/25 | 67% |
| 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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