The Pochin School
Leicester, LE7 3QL · Leicestershire · primary school
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36th 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 2,369 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.6/10 among them, against 6.6/10 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 | 70.0 · 65 | 62% | 4.02 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 38% | 2.54 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
The Pochin School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 70.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 10.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.6 out of 10 among them, against 6.6 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 160 pupils against a stated capacity of 140. 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
What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the expected standard? How does the curriculum adapt to the diverse needs of the current intake?
What Ofsted said about The Pochin School
Overview
The Pochin School is described as a "warm and caring school where pupils are happy and safe." Inspectors judged the quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, leadership and management, and early years provision as Good. The report highlights that pupils benefit from an "ambitious curriculum" and demonstrate positive attitudes, though some improvements are needed in how deeply pupils secure their understanding across subjects.
Strengths
- Pupils are "happy and safe" and demonstrate "kindness" and respect towards peers, staff, and visitors.
- The school prioritises reading with a "well-curated reading spine," and pupils who find reading difficult receive "effective support."
- Needs of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are met effectively, with learning broken down into "manageable steps."
- Pupils flourish through high-quality opportunities for personal development, taking on roles such as "house captains" and "diversity ambassadors."
- Governors and trustees are effective, and staff are described as a "collegiate and supportive team" who value professional development.
Areas to improve
- Some subjects do not provide sufficient opportunities for pupils to "deepen their knowledge and understanding over time."
- Checks on what pupils know are not always accurate enough, meaning "misconceptions or gaps in pupils’ understanding remain" and learning is sometimes moved on too quickly.
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 | 68% |
| 2024/25 | 70% |
| 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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