Iveshead School
Loughborough, LE12 9DB · Leicestershire · secondary school
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32nd of 43 secondary schools in Leicestershire we can score, 44 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 891 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.3/10 among them, against 2.9/10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 37.6 · 31 | 46% | 1.45 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | -0.37 · 23 | 38% | 0.87 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 44.2 · 40 | 15% | 0.62 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Iveshead School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 41.1% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 43.7, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was -0.37 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did worse than those nationally who started from the same place. 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 3.4 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 985 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,400. 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 a Progress 8 score of -0.37, what specific support structures are in place to help pupils improve their progress? How does the school monitor individual student development to ensure they are meeting their potential? What are the current entry criteria for the next academic year?
What Ofsted said about Iveshead School
Overview
Iveshead School is described as an inclusive environment where pupils feel welcome and safe, with high expectations for achievement. The report highlights that most pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, achieve well and demonstrate positive attitudes to learning. The school benefits from effective leadership and a well-designed curriculum, though there are specific areas requiring refinement to ensure consistent teaching quality and leadership capability.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "ambitious and well-designed," with the English Baccalaureate at its heart, ensuring pupils study a broad range of subjects.
- Pupils behave "sensibly" and are "polite and well-mannered," treating others with respect in a "calm and orderly" school environment.
- Staff effectively identify and support pupils who need help becoming "confident and fluent readers," using assessment strategies to provide appropriate assistance.
- The school accurately identifies additional needs, including for pupils with SEND, ensuring they receive an "ambitious curriculum that meets their needs" and support for increasing independence.
- Sixth-form students benefit from skilled teachers who use questioning to identify misconceptions and provide effective feedback, alongside a high-quality careers programme.
Areas to improve
- Teachers must systematically check pupils’ understanding to address gaps or misconceptions, as some currently do not do this "carefully enough."
- Staff require better guidance to deliver the PSHE curriculum effectively, ensuring all pupils have a secure understanding of equality and fundamental British values.
- The school must ensure all leaders possess the necessary knowledge and skills to carry out their roles, improving the precision of understanding regarding what is working well.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 43.2 |
| 2024/25 | 43.7 |
| 2025/26 | 44.2 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 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
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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