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Schools in LE4

A postcode district in Leicester

  • Postcode district
  • 67 schools and nurseries

In short: LE4 is a postcode district in Leicester with 28 primary schools, 10 secondary schools and 30 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries6728 primary · 10 secondary · 30 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in LE4

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 LE4 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in LE4

28 in LE4, best first

Abbey Mead Primary Academy

Leicester, LE4 5HH · Academy · Primary · Ages 3 to 11

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Results well above the England average.

81 first choices, 82 offers made

Met the standard at 1170%

England 62%

Days missed
4.0%
Pupils
718
Pupils per teacher
24.0
View school Abbey Mead Primary Academy

Hallam Fields, Birstall

Leicester, LE4 3LL · Primary · Ages 4 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well above the England average.

29 first choices, 30 offers made

Met the standard at 1185%

England 62%

Days missed
3.7%
Pupils
190
Pupils per teacher
21.1
View school Hallam Fields, Birstall

North Mead Primary Academy

Leicester, LE4 9DL · Academy · Primary · Ages 3 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good

Results above the England average.

48 first choices, 49 offers made

Met the standard at 1169%

England 62%

Days missed
4.6%
Pupils
447
Pupils per teacher
23.3
View school North Mead Primary Academy
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Top Secondary Schools in LE4

10 in LE4, best first

Rushey Mead Academy

Leicester, LE4 7AN · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Exceptional in every area

Results well above the England average.

413 first choices, 356 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1656.8

England 46.2

Days missed
5.7%
Pupils
1,804
Pupils per teacher
17.2
View school Rushey Mead Academy

Soar Valley College

Leicester, LE4 7GY · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Outstanding in every area

Results above the England average.

313 first choices, 317 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1649.6

England 46.2

Days missed
5.4%
Pupils
1,564
Pupils per teacher
16.4
View school Soar Valley College
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Nurseries in LE4

30 in LE4, highest Ofsted grade first

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Sixth Forms in LE4

3 in LE4, by the school's Eduscope score

The Cedars Academy

Leicester, LE4 4GH · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Good

Results close to the England average.

181 first choices, 180 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1645.4

England 46.2

Days missed
7.9%
Pupils
985
Pupils per teacher
17.3
View school The Cedars Academy

Darul Uloom Leicester

Leicester, LE4 5LN · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 23 · Boys

  • ISI:Inspected

Independent school. Results above the England average.

Attainment 8 at 1653.1

England 46.2

Days missed
–
Pupils
142
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Darul Uloom Leicester

Special Schools in LE4

2 in LE4. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

ALP Leicester

Leicester, LE4 4JG · Independent · All-through · Ages 6 to 19

  • Ofsted:Good

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
44
Pupils per teacher
–
View school ALP Leicester

Spark Vale Academy

Leicester, LE4 5EE · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Inadequate

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
4
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Spark Vale Academy

Private Schools in LE4

3 in LE4. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

ALP Leicester

Leicester, LE4 4JG · Independent · All-through · Ages 6 to 19

  • Ofsted:Good

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
44
Pupils per teacher
–
View school ALP Leicester

Darul Uloom Leicester

Leicester, LE4 5LN · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 23 · Boys

  • ISI:Inspected

Independent school. Results above the England average.

Attainment 8 at 1653.1

England 46.2

Days missed
–
Pupils
142
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Darul Uloom Leicester

Spark Vale Academy

Leicester, LE4 5EE · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Inadequate

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
4
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Spark Vale Academy
The map

Every school in LE4, 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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Catherine Infant School, OutstandingCatherine Junior School, GoodRushey Mead Primary School, GoodWyvern Primary School, Expected standard in every areaWolsey House Primary School, Expected standard in every areaSandfield Close Primary School, Good in every areaBarley Croft Primary School, GoodMellor Community Primary School, GoodBeaumont Lodge Primary School, GoodHerrick Primary School, GoodAlderman Richard Hallam Primary School, Expected standard in every areaBeaumont Leys School, Good or betterDarul Uloom Leicester, InspectedGlebelands Primary School, GoodThe Roundhill Academy, Requires improvementEastfield Primary School, Requires improvementChurch Hill Infant School, GoodChurch Hill Church of England Junior School, Strong standard in every areaALP Leicester, GoodHighcliffe Primary School and Community Centre, GoodRiverside Community Primary School Birstall, GoodThe Cedars Academy, GoodMowmacre Hill Primary School, GoodNorth Mead Primary Academy, GoodRushey Mead Academy, Exceptional in every areaWoodstock Primary Academy, Requires improvementBabington Academy, GoodHeatherbrook Primary Academy, GoodHallam Fields, Birstall, GoodSaint Patrick's Catholic Voluntary Academy, GoodEnglish Martyrs' Catholic School, A Voluntary Academy, GoodAbbey Mead Primary Academy, OutstandingSoar Valley College, Outstanding in every areaBelgrave St Peter's CofE Primary School, GoodBishop Ellis Catholic Voluntary Academy, GoodBuswells Lodge Primary School, Requires improvementSpark Vale Academy, InadequateLittle Peepul Day Nursery, GoodDots & Tots Nursery, GoodChildren 1st @ Birstall, GoodAngels Pre School, OutstandingAcorn Under Fives (Birstall), GoodBushra Daycare, GoodThe Hunny Hive Day Nursery, GoodMulberry Bush Day Nursery, GoodCharnwood Nursery and Pre-School, OutstandingCharnwood Pre-school & Out of School Club, GoodBirstall Rainbow Nursery, GoodSandfield Pre-School, GoodBright Bees Beaumont Lodge, GoodKiddycare Nursery, OutstandingLittle Lambs Pre School, GoodBelgrave Playgroup, GoodFirst Steps Beaumont Leys, GoodThurmaston Village Pre-School, GoodCherry Tree Day Nursery, GoodWindsor House Nursery, Strong standard in every areaMy Playroom Nursery, GoodThe Light Academy, Needs attention in 6 areasTudor Pre-School, GoodCo-operative Play and Learn, GoodThe Milky Way Day Nursery, GoodBright Bees Nursery, OutstandingTangent House Day Nursery, GoodFirst Steps Barley Croft, GoodAshton Green Pre School & Out of School Club, Expected standard or betterLittle Gems Birstall
  • Outstanding6
  • Good43
  • Requires improvement4
  • Inadequate1
  • Not graded yet13
Before you apply

Apply through the council where you live

Schools in LE4 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 LE4 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.

Living here

What it's like for families

LE4 has 67 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 LE4

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How many schools are in LE4?

LE4 has 67 schools, including 28 primary schools, 10 secondary schools, 30 nurseries, 3 independent schools, 2 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 LE4?

The highest-ranked schools in LE4 on Eduscope are Rushey Mead Academy, Abbey Mead Primary Academy, Soar Valley College. 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 LE4?

There are 3 independent schools in LE4. 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 LE4 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.

How do I choose the right school in LE4?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 67 schools in LE4 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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