Parks Primary School
Leicester, LE3 9NS · Leicester · primary school
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2nd of 71 primary schools in Leicester we can score, 82 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 9.7/10 against 1,681 of them, against 9.0/10 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 | 85.0 · 94 | 62% | 5.77 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 15.0 · 84 | 38% | 3.21 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Parks Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 85.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 15.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.0 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 453 pupils against a stated capacity of 466. 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 13 places currently available, how does the school manage entry-year admissions if demand exceeds capacity? How does the curriculum support pupils who have not yet reached the expected standard? What specific support is available for pupils with additional educational needs?
What Ofsted said about Parks Primary School
Overview
Pupils “flourish in this exceptional school” where they are “happy and safe” and demonstrate “exemplary” behaviour. The school has maintained an “exceptionally high quality of provision” despite significant challenges related to its premises, including two relocations in the last 18 months. Leaders have created an “ambitious culture of positivity and success” that puts pupils at the forefront of everything the school does.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “highly ambitious” with a distinctive focus on developing pupils’ oracy, which “strengthens pupils’ reading, writing and learning in all subjects.”
- Staff possess “strong subject knowledge” and “skilfully identify and meet the needs of pupils with SEND,” ensuring all pupils build knowledge seamlessly.
- Reading is prioritised from Reception, with staff expertly delivering a phonics curriculum so pupils become “confident and fluent readers.”
- Personal development is “impressive,” supported by an “outstanding” PSHE curriculum and opportunities such as community projects and residential visits.
- Staff welfare is prioritised, with a “clear focus on supporting staff well-being” leading to “highly effective teamworking.”
Areas to improve
- Leaders “aspire for even better attendance,” indicating a desire to further enhance pupil attendance rates.
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 | 78% |
| 2023/24 | 84% |
| 2024/25 | 85% |
| 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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