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Schools in LE2

A postcode district in Leicester

  • Postcode district
  • 79 schools and nurseries

In short: LE2 is a postcode district in Leicester with 33 primary schools, 13 secondary schools and 38 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries7933 primary · 13 secondary · 38 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in LE2

Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.

All LE2 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in LE2

33 in LE2, best first

Brocks Hill Primary School

Leicester, LE2 5WP · Academy · Primary · Ages 4 to 11

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Results well above the England average.

103 first choices, 90 offers made

Met the standard at 1197%

England 62%

Days missed
4.1%
Pupils
420
Pupils per teacher
22.0
View school Brocks Hill Primary School

Woodland Grange Primary School

Leicester, LE2 4TY · Academy · Primary · Ages 2 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good or better

Results well above the England average.

57 first choices, 60 offers made

Met the standard at 1183%

England 62%

Days missed
3.6%
Pupils
490
Pupils per teacher
25.7
View school Woodland Grange Primary School

Langmoor Primary School Oadby

Leicester, LE2 5HS · Academy · Primary · Ages 4 to 11

  • Ofsted:Expected standard or better

Results well above the England average.

17 first choices, 17 offers made

Met the standard at 1170%

England 62%

Days missed
4.1%
Pupils
197
Pupils per teacher
20.7
View school Langmoor Primary School Oadby
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Top Secondary Schools in LE2

13 in LE2, best first

Beauchamp College

Leicester, LE2 5TP · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well above the England average.

235 first choices, 325 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1655.9

England 46.2

Days missed
6.5%
Pupils
2,309
Pupils per teacher
20.7
View school Beauchamp College

Sir Jonathan North Girls' College

Leicester, LE2 6FU · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16 · Girls

  • Ofsted:Outstanding in every area

Results above the England average.

177 first choices, 229 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1652.9

England 46.2

Days missed
8.3%
Pupils
1,115
Pupils per teacher
17.6
View school Sir Jonathan North Girls' College

Manor High School

Leicester, LE2 4FU · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well above the England average.

215 first choices, 208 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1660.4

England 46.2

Days missed
7.5%
Pupils
941
Pupils per teacher
18.3
View school Manor High School
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Nurseries in LE2

38 in LE2, highest Ofsted grade first

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Sixth Forms in LE2

2 in LE2, by the school's Eduscope score

Beauchamp College

Leicester, LE2 5TP · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well above the England average.

235 first choices, 325 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1655.9

England 46.2

Days missed
6.5%
Pupils
2,309
Pupils per teacher
20.7
View school Beauchamp College

Leicester High School for Girls

Le2 2pp · Independent · All-through · Ages 3 to 18 · Girls

  • ISI:Inspected

Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
249
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Leicester High School for Girls

Special Schools in LE2

3 in LE2. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Millgate School

Leicester, LE2 6DW · Academy · All-through · Ages 7 to 16

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
21.2%
Pupils
123
Pupils per teacher
5.3
View school Millgate School

Miller House School

Leicester, LE2 2BN · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • No Ofsted grade yet

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
10
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Miller House School

Private Schools in LE2

7 in LE2. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Leicester Islamic Academy

Leicester, LE2 2PJ · Independent · Primary · Ages 3 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good

Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
349
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Leicester Islamic Academy

Leicester Preparatory School

Leicester, LE2 2AA · Independent · Primary · Ages 2 to 11

  • ISI:Inspected

Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
74
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Leicester Preparatory School
The map

Every school in LE2, on one map

Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.

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Granby Primary School, GoodMontrose School, Good in every areaEyres Monsell Primary School, GoodHazel Community Primary School, Strong standard in every areaMarriott Primary School, GoodMedway Community Primary School, GoodSt John the Baptist CofE Primary School, GoodMoat Community College, GoodLeicester High School for Girls, InspectedSt Crispin's School, InspectedLeicester Preparatory School, InspectedLeicester Islamic Academy, GoodAvenue Primary School, GoodLeicester Partnership School, GoodRolleston Primary School, Needs attention in 1 areaAl-Islamia Institute for Education, GoodManor High School, GoodGlen Hills Primary School, GoodGartree High School, Good in every areaSt Thomas More Catholic Voluntary Academy, GoodBeauchamp College, GoodBrocks Hill Primary School, OutstandingLaunde Primary School, Expected standard in every areaLangmoor Primary School Oadby, Expected standard or betterUplands Junior L.E.A.D. Academy, GoodKnighton Mead Primary Academy, GoodLancaster Academy, GoodTudor Grange Samworth Academy, A church of England School, Needs attention in 1 areaOverdale Infant School, Good in every areaOverdale Junior School, GoodBrookside Primary School, GoodWoodland Grange Primary School, Good or betterSir Jonathan North Girls' College, Outstanding in every areaHoly Cross Catholic School, a Voluntary Academy, GoodHighfields Primary School, Good or betterUplands Infant School, GoodSparkenhoe Community Primary School, GoodMillgate School, OutstandingCharnwood Primary School, Requires improvement in 1 areaThe Goldhill Learning Foundation, GoodMiller House SchoolShama Women's Centre, Strong standard in every areaSt George's Nursery School, Expected standard in every areaNursery Rhymes - Leicester Ltd, GoodLittle Explorers Day Nursery and Preschool, GoodKnighton Day Nursery & Pre-school, GoodGlenhills Pre-School, GoodLeicester College Day Nursery, GoodThe Hunny Comb Day Nursery, GoodLittle Companions Leicester, GoodLangmoor Pre-School, GoodAl-Islamia Pre-School, GoodBusy Bees (Oadby), GoodGingerbread 2 Nursery, GoodSt George's Nursery School, GoodPlay Days Nursery Limited, GoodWesleyhall CC, GoodGingerbread Cottage Playgroup, Expected standard in every areaBluebell Nursery School, GoodChildren 1st @ Leicester, OutstandingSmiley Kidz Nursery, GoodLove 2 Learn Nursery Limited, GoodChatterbox Pre-School Limited, GoodRahma Childcare, Requires improvementPlay Days Academy, GoodAshbourne Montessori Stoneygate, GoodHappy Little Hearts, OutstandingLIA Gems, GoodShanklin Day Nursery Ltd, GoodDaisies Child Care Ltd High Field Centre, Expected standard in every areaLittle Stars (Leicester) Ltd, GoodNursery Rhymes - Knighton Limited, GoodLittle Acorns Nursery and Preschool, GoodBlossoms Day Nursery, GoodThe Preschool Group, GoodLittle John's Pre-school, Expected standard in every areaAylestone Angels Childcare, Expected standard or betterChatterbox Pre-School KnightonLinwood Day Nursery
  • Outstanding4
  • Good50
  • Requires improvement1
  • Not graded yet24
Before you apply

Apply through the council where you live

Schools in LE2 sit in 2 council areas. Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.

By age

What's on offer for each age

Pick a stage to see every LE2 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.

Living here

What it's like for families

LE2 has 79 schools and nurseries.

Dates to know

Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.

  • 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
  • 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
  • 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
  • 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.

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Questions

Questions parents ask about LE2

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How many schools are in LE2?

LE2 has 79 schools, including 33 primary schools, 13 secondary schools, 38 nurseries, 7 independent schools, 3 special schools. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

What are the best schools in LE2?

The highest-ranked schools in LE2 on Eduscope are Brocks Hill Primary School, Woodland Grange Primary School, Langmoor Primary School Oadby. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.

How many private schools are in LE2?

There are 7 independent schools in LE2. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare all private schools in LE2 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.

How do I choose the right school in LE2?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 79 schools in LE2 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.

Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.

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