The Merton Primary School
Leicester, LE7 2PT · Leicestershire · primary school
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188th 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 4,185 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.2/10 among them, against 2.5/10 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 | 58.0 · 35 | 62% | 2.13 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 38% | 0.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
The Merton Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 58.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The proportion reaching the higher standard was 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.2 out of 10 among them, against 2.5 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 413 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
With 7 places currently available, how does the school manage waiting lists for the next academic year? Given the gap between the school’s 58.0% expected standard rate and the national 64%, what specific support is provided for pupils who are not meeting targets? How does the school engage parents in monitoring individual progress throughout the year?
What Ofsted said about The Merton Primary School
Overview
The Merton Primary School is described as a happy environment where pupils are encouraged to be ‘the best that they can be’. Staff maintain high expectations, resulting in most pupils achieving well within a calm and respectful setting. The school continues to refine its curriculum and teaching strategies to ensure pupils know and remember more.
Strengths
- Pupils feel safe, with bullying being rare and clear channels for reporting concerns.
- Reading is prioritised, with effective support ensuring pupils with additional needs keep up with peers.
- The curriculum helps pupils think in ‘increasingly sophisticated ways’ and use subject-specific vocabulary.
- Older pupils act as positive role models, such as reading ambassadors supporting early years children.
- Pupils benefit from an effective personal development programme covering online safety and British values.
Areas to improve
- Targets for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) do not always clearly define what pupils should achieve, hindering tailored teaching.
- Oversight in some areas lacks detail, meaning the impact of improvement actions is not fully understood, which slows progress.
- Strategies to help pupils recall prior learning are not always effective, causing some to struggle with recalling knowledge in certain subjects.
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 | 71% |
| 2023/24 | 67% |
| 2024/25 | 58% |
| 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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