Loughborough Church of England Primary School
Loughborough, LE11 3BY · Leicestershire · primary school
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60th 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 — 6.5/10 against 3,495 of them, against 6.1/10 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 | 75.0 · 78 | 40% | 3.11 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 25% | 0.88 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Loughborough Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 75.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 4.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (6.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.1 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Choir, Drama Club, Handbells, Prayer Club, and Spark Bible Club, with an after-school club also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 150 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 do not reach the higher standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Loughborough Church of England Primary School
Overview
Loughborough Church of England Primary School continues to be a "good school," described as a "nurturing" environment where pupils feel "happy and safe." The school’s Christian values underpin its culture, fostering polite and well-mannered students who enjoy learning and take pride in their responsibilities.
Strengths
- Leaders have prioritised reading, ensuring phonics is "taught consistently well" with books "well matched to the sounds" pupils are learning.
- The curriculum is "well-planned and sequenced," with teachers possessing "secure" subject knowledge who help pupils improve vocabulary and retain knowledge.
- Children in the early years get off to a "good start" in a "bright, engaging and well organised" environment that develops independence.
- There is a "strong safeguarding culture" with "robust" record-keeping and effective communication with external agencies.
- Staff feel supported by leaders, describing the school as a "supportive family" with accessible leadership.
Areas to improve
- The newly introduced curriculum is not yet fully embedded in some subjects, resulting in "gaps in pupils’ knowledge" that leaders must address.
- In a small number of cases, work provided for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is "too easy" and does not help them learn the curriculum effectively.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are "effective," underpinned by regular training, robust record-keeping, and a culture where pupils know how to stay safe and report concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 52% |
| 2023/24 | 54% |
| 2024/25 | 75% |
| 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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