Cosby Primary School
Leicester, LE9 1TE · Leicestershire · primary school
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65th 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 4,266 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.0/10 among them, against 5.8/10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 74.0 · 76 | 40% | 3.02 |
| 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.
Cosby Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 74.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. However, 3.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2022. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.0 out of 10 among them, against 5.8 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 326 pupils against a stated capacity of 280. 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 higher standard attainment is below the national median, what specific support is provided to pupils aiming for greater academic challenge? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while managing a roll that exceeds its designated places?
What Ofsted said about Cosby Primary School
Overview
Cosby Primary School is described as a place where pupils are happy, feel safe, and move around calmly. Leaders maintain high expectations for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, and integrate core values such as respect and trust into daily life. The school fosters a strong sense of community and prioritises the well-being of both pupils and staff.
Strengths
- Phonics is taught well, with teachers quickly identifying and supporting pupils who are falling behind in acquiring phonic knowledge.
- The curriculum is well planned and sequenced, with clear links to the locality that bring learning to life through trips and community projects.
- Children make a good start in the early years, benefiting from clear routines, purposeful ‘challenge tasks’, and engaging indoor and outdoor learning opportunities.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well catered for, with clear support plans and effective use of external resources.
- Behaviour is good, with a consistent approach to managing poor behaviour and reward systems that inspire pupils to behave well.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure the curriculum is as ambitious as possible, extending learning further for some pupils.
- Senior leaders need to sharpen the skills of subject and phase leaders to ensure the planned curriculum is delivered consistently well across all subjects.
- Leaders must check more closely that reading books match the phonic knowledge and needs of all pupils to help them become fluent readers quickly.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff receiving regular training to identify signs of neglect and abuse, and leaders acting swiftly to follow up concerns and work with outside agencies.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 77% |
| 2023/24 | 76% |
| 2024/25 | 74% |
| 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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