The Latimer Primary School
Leicester, LE7 7AW · Leicestershire · primary school
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30th 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 7.8/10 against 2,689 of them, against 6.8/10 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 | 69.0 · 63 | 62% | 3.86 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 38% | 2.98 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
The Latimer Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 69.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A further 13.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Lego Club, Clay Creators, Mad Science, Chess Club, and Comic Club. Sports include running, judo, football, gymnastics, dance, and handball. Arts and music options cover drumming, guitar, and the Young Voices Choir. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 361 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 working towards the expected standard in maths? What are the specific entry criteria for the current academic year? How are the various clubs scheduled to ensure they do not conflict with core lessons?
What Ofsted said about The Latimer Primary School
Overview
The Latimer Primary School is described as a place where pupils have a "strong sense of belonging" and are "happy and trust the adults in school to keep them safe." Leaders are "highly ambitious" for behaviour and learning, resulting in a curriculum that is "broad and ambitious" and meets the needs of all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Strengths
- Pupils benefit from an "exceptional personal development programme" and show a "deep understanding of having a say in things of importance to them."
- The curriculum is carefully designed with "key knowledge and vocabulary" that builds into "increasingly challenging themes," allowing pupils to "achieve well."
- Early years provision is outstanding, with children "rinsed in rich language" and supported by "strong" partnerships with parents.
- Pupils "achieve well in reading" due to "effective teaching" and staff who are "swift to identify and support those pupils who need extra help."
- "Character development is exemplary," with pupils taking responsibility for their own lunchtime clubs and showing "impressive" respect for school rules.
Areas to improve
- The school must ensure all pupils "structure and compose their writing as well as they should," as some are not producing work of a "consistently high quality."
- Leaders should "build upon their early development work in oracy" to support pupils in attaining the high standards they aspire to in writing.
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 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 73% |
| 2024/25 | 69% |
| 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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