Old Dalby Church of England Primary School
Melton Mowbray, LE14 3JY · Leicestershire · primary school
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140th 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 3,905 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.1/10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 38.0 · 7 | 40% | 0.27 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Old Dalby Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 38.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the school recorded 10.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.1 out of 10 among them, against 2.9 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils attend a breakfast club and an after-school club, and have visited the Nottingham Panthers, Aston Villa, and Beaumanor for a residential trip.
Getting in
The published school roll is 163 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 are below the expected standard in maths? What specific strategies are used to raise attainment in writing? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Old Dalby Church of England Primary School
Overview
Pupils enjoy attending this “inclusive and caring school” where values such as “love, honesty, community, teamwork and friendship” are woven into daily life. The report describes a “calm and orderly environment” with positive behaviour, noting that leaders have “significantly improved the curriculum” since the last inspection. While most aspects of the school are rated Good, the early years provision requires improvement.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “well sequenced” and builds knowledge effectively, leading to positive pupil outcomes.
- Teachers possess “secure subject knowledge” and use regular checks to plan “next steps in learning.”
- Early reading is prioritised, with a phonics scheme ensuring pupils who fall behind receive support to “catch up.”
- Pupils demonstrate strong personal development, understanding “British values” and feeling “well prepared for secondary school.”
- Staff feel “supported by leaders with their well-being and workloads,” and governors actively monitor school quality.
Areas to improve
- Teachers must better adapt teaching for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) to ensure they “make sufficient progress.”
- In the early years, tasks must focus clearly on key knowledge so children can “recall confidently” what they have learned and are better prepared for Year 1.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are “effective,” with staff receiving regular training and knowing how to identify pupils at risk of harm.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 57% |
| 2023/24 | 50% |
| 2024/25 | 38% |
| 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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