Thrussington Church of England Primary School
Leicester, LE7 4TH · Leicestershire · primary school
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163rd 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 4,123 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.9/10 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.
Thrussington Church of England Primary School 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 January 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.9 out of 10 among them, against 2.2 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in gymnastics, basketball, football, dance, and tag rugby, alongside Art Week. An after-school club is available for wraparound care.
Getting in
The published school roll is 99 pupils against a stated capacity of 105. 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 to progress from the expected standard to the higher standard? What specific strategies are used to address the gap between current results and the national median? How does the curriculum balance the wide range of sports offered with academic core subjects?
What Ofsted said about Thrussington Church of England Primary School
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils feel happy, safe, and well cared for within a “warm and trusting” environment. Leadership is praised for creating a “broad and inclusive curriculum” that supports all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). While personal development is rated Outstanding, the overall effectiveness and quality of education are rated Good.
Strengths
- Pupils benefit from a “strong culture of reading” and effective early reading instruction, with books “well matched to the sounds pupils are learning.”
- The school’s personal, social, health and economic education (PSHE) programme is “exceptionally effective,” fostering respect for others and an understanding of British and Christian values.
- Staff have “good subject knowledge” and explain concepts clearly, often using innovative methods such as in science lessons.
- Pupils with SEND are “well supported,” with staff having the necessary information and working closely with parents and external services.
- The early years provision offers a “high-quality curriculum” with well-established routines, ensuring children are “well prepared for Year 1.”
Areas to improve
- Assessment in a “small number of foundation subjects” is not fully developed, meaning teachers lack clarity on checking knowledge for extended written tasks.
- Staff expectations in mixed-age classes are not consistently high, leading to occasional “low-level disruption” when pupils lose focus on complex ideas.
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 | 0% |
| 2023/24 | 27% |
| 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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