Stonebow Primary School Loughborough
Loughborough, LE11 4ZH · Leicestershire · primary school
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164th 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 3,673 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.4/10 among them, against 2.2/10 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 | 56.0 · 30 | 40% | 1.18 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Stonebow Primary School Loughborough overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 56.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in December 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.4 out of 10 among them, against 2.2 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
The school organises Sports Day.
Getting in
The published school roll is 199 pupils against a stated capacity of 225. 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 activities are included in the annual Sports Day? How does the school plan to improve attainment in the coming year?
What Ofsted said about Stonebow Primary School Loughborough
Overview
Stonebow Primary School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. The school is described as a welcoming community with high expectations, where pupils display positive attitudes and achieve well. Leaders have an accurate view of the school’s strengths and areas for development, ensuring staff feel supported.
Strengths
- The school provides a "broad and balanced curriculum" using "learning pathways" and "stepping stones" to connect prior and current learning.
- Relationships are "warm and nurturing," with staff skilfully questioning pupils to extend thinking and introduce new vocabulary.
- Early reading is prioritised, with well-matched books and extra support for those who struggle, helping pupils develop "reading fluency."
- Pupils feel safe, understand bullying, and are confident it will be dealt with "quickly" and taken "seriously."
- The provision for pupils’ wider development is "well considered," including learning about equality, different families, and online safety.
Areas to improve
- Assessment approaches in some subjects are not yet fully implemented, meaning teachers lack a comprehensive picture of what pupils know and remember over time.
- Some classroom activities are not adapted well enough to meet the needs of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- A small number of pupils are persistently absent, which limits their opportunities to learn and is not improving rapidly enough.
Safeguarding
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 | 50% |
| 2023/24 | 76% |
| 2024/25 | 56% |
| 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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