Great Dalby School
Melton Mowbray, LE14 2HA · Leicestershire · primary school
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63rd 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 3,159 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.7/10 among them, against 5.7/10 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 | 79.0 · 86 | 62% | 5.28 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 38% | 0.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Great Dalby School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 79.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. However, 0.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.7 out of 10 among them, against 5.7 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 137 pupils against a stated capacity of 140. 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
With 3 places currently available, how does the school manage waiting lists for the next academic year? Since 0.0% of pupils met the higher standard, what specific interventions are in place to stretch top performers? How does the school support pupils in transitioning to secondary education given the current performance gap?
What Ofsted said about Great Dalby School
Overview
Great Dalby School is described as a place where pupils are "very happy" and "genuinely well cared for," guided by a vision of developing into "well rounded and respectful individuals." The inspection highlights an "ambitious and highly engaging curriculum" and "exemplary" behaviour, though it notes that the school "continually strives to make improvements" to help pupils reach their full potential.
Strengths
- Pupils’ behaviour is "exemplary," with students being "always polite and respectful" and taking "great pride and care in their work."
- Reading is prioritised effectively; the phonics programme is "highly effective," ensuring pupils become "fluent and keen readers."
- The curriculum is "well organised" and enables pupils to "build coherently on their knowledge over time," with teachers who "explain new concepts clearly."
- Processes for identifying and supporting pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) have "greatly improved," with staff providing "effective support."
- Parents and carers "highly recommend the school," citing the positive relationships and care provided.
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, essential knowledge is not clearly defined in the curriculum design, meaning teachers do not focus on it and pupils’ grasp is "not as secure as it should be."
- Curriculum adaptations for pupils with SEND do not always focus "sharply enough on overcoming the specific barriers to learning," hindering their knowledge progress.
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 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 70% |
| 2024/25 | 79% |
| 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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