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Schools in LE5

A postcode district in Leicester

  • Postcode district
  • 67 schools and nurseries

In short: LE5 is a postcode district in Leicester with 36 primary schools, 16 secondary schools and 23 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries6736 primary · 16 secondary · 23 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in LE5

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 LE5 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in LE5

36 in LE5, best first

Humberstone Junior School

Leicester, LE5 1AE · Academy · Primary · Ages 7 to 11

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Results well above the England average.

Met the standard at 1181%

England 62%

Days missed
5.3%
Pupils
353
Pupils per teacher
25.7
View school Humberstone Junior School

Avanti Fields School

Leicester, LE5 0BX · All-through · Ages 3 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well above the England average.

213 first choices, 185 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1654.2

England 46.2

Days missed
5.3%
Pupils
1,236
Pupils per teacher
18.8
View school Avanti Fields School

Whitehall Primary School

Leicester, LE5 6GJ · State · Primary · Ages 3 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well above the England average.

74 first choices, 75 offers made

Met the standard at 1171%

England 62%

Days missed
5.5%
Pupils
573
Pupils per teacher
18.6
View school Whitehall Primary School
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Top Secondary Schools in LE5

16 in LE5, best first

Madani Girls' School

Leicester, LE5 5LL · State · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16 · Girls

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well above the England average.

202 first choices, 90 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1657.9

England 46.2

Days missed
4.9%
Pupils
452
Pupils per teacher
19.1
View school Madani Girls' School

Crown Hills Community College

Leicester, LE5 5FT · State · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Outstanding in every area

Results above the England average.

383 first choices, 306 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1649.6

England 46.2

Days missed
6.2%
Pupils
1,493
Pupils per teacher
16.2
View school Crown Hills Community College

Avanti Fields School

Leicester, LE5 0BX · All-through · Ages 3 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well above the England average.

213 first choices, 185 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1654.2

England 46.2

Days missed
5.3%
Pupils
1,236
Pupils per teacher
18.8
View school Avanti Fields School
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Nurseries in LE5

23 in LE5, highest Ofsted grade first

See all 23 nurseries

Sixth Forms in LE5

5 in LE5, by the school's Eduscope score

The City of Leicester College

Leicester, LE5 6LN · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19

  • Ofsted:Expected standard or better

Results close to the England average.

187 first choices, 245 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1648.3

England 46.2

Days missed
7.5%
Pupils
1,499
Pupils per teacher
16.5
View school The City of Leicester College

Ash Field Academy

Leicester, LE5 4PY · Academy · All-through · Ages 4 to 19

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
22.1%
Pupils
162
Pupils per teacher
8.2
View school Ash Field Academy

Special Schools in LE5

4 in LE5. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Ash Field Academy

Leicester, LE5 4PY · Academy · All-through · Ages 4 to 19

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
22.1%
Pupils
162
Pupils per teacher
8.2
View school Ash Field Academy

Keyham Lodge School

Leicester, LE5 1FG · Academy · All-through · Ages 9 to 16

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
32.3%
Pupils
120
Pupils per teacher
4.5
View school Keyham Lodge School

Netherhall Mead Academy

Leicester, LE5 1RT · Academy · All-through · Ages 4 to 19

  • Ofsted:Good

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
10.8%
Pupils
138
Pupils per teacher
7.2
View school Netherhall Mead Academy

Private Schools in LE5

6 in LE5. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Land of Learning Primary School

Leicester, LE5 5PF · Independent · Primary · Ages 4 to 11

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
193
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Land of Learning Primary School

Al-Aqsa Schools Trust

Leicester, LE5 4PP · Independent · All-through · Ages 3 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good

Independent school. Results well above the England average.

Attainment 8 at 1657.0

England 46.2

Days missed
–
Pupils
297
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Al-Aqsa Schools Trust
The map

Every school in LE5, 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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Evington Valley Primary School, GoodMayflower Primary School, Requires improvement in 2 areasMerrydale Infant School, GoodLinden Primary School, GoodWhitehall Primary School, GoodSpinney Hill Primary School, GoodScraptoft Valley Primary School, GoodColeman Primary School, Requires improvement in 3 areasSt Barnabas CofE Primary School, GoodCrown Hills Community College, Outstanding in every areaMadani Girls' School, GoodOaklands Mead Academy, GoodElmbrook School, GoodJameah Academy, InspectedAl-Aqsa Schools Trust, GoodLand of Learning Primary School, OutstandingKrishna Avanti Primary School, GoodThe Imam Muhammad Adam Institute School, GoodSacred Heart Catholic Voluntary Academy, Expected standard or betterAsh Field Academy, OutstandingSt Joseph's Catholic Academy, Needs attention in 1 areaMadani Boys School, GoodHumberstone Junior School, OutstandingFalcons Primary School, GoodHumberstone Infant Academy, GoodWillowbrook Mead Primary Academy, GoodThurnby Mead Primary Academy, GoodMerrydale Junior School, GoodAvanti Fields School, GoodRowlatts Mead Primary Academy, GoodOrchard Mead Academy, Needs attention in 1 areaJameah Boys Academy, InspectedJudgemeadow Community College, GoodHope Hamilton CofE Primary School, GoodSt Paul's Catholic School, a Voluntary Academy, GoodGreen Lane Infant School, GoodImam Muhammad Adam Institute Boys School, OutstandingKestrel Mead Primary Academy, GoodGateway Sixth Form College, GoodKeyham Lodge School, OutstandingThe City of Leicester College, Expected standard or betterShenton Primary School, GoodBridge Junior School, Requires improvementNetherhall Mead Academy, GoodBright Bees Netherhall Preschool, GoodHamilton Nursery, GoodHine Park Day Nursery Ltd, GoodThe Ark Preschool, GoodTiny Gems Nursery, GoodThe Den Nursery Ltd, GoodHumberstone Park Day Nursery Ltd, GoodLittle Footprints Nursery Limited, GoodKiddisafe Nursery Woodhill, GoodParkview Day Nursery, GoodBanana Moon Day Nursery, GoodLittle Mu'mins Day Care Ltd, OutstandingLittle Learners Day Nursery Ltd, GoodSmiley Kidz Nursery (Uppingham Road), GoodLand of Learning, GoodHumberstone Day Nursery, GoodHigh Hopes Day Nursery, Requires improvementKids Corner Nursery, OutstandingKiddycare Little Willows, GoodKiddisafe Day Nursery, Requires improvementBright Bees EvingtonLittle Footprints Nursery, Expected standard in every areaTumbi Tots Day Care
  • Outstanding7
  • Good45
  • Requires improvement3
  • Not graded yet12
Before you apply

Apply through the council where you live

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 LE5 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.

Living here

What it's like for families

LE5 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 LE5

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How many schools are in LE5?

LE5 has 67 schools, including 36 primary schools, 16 secondary schools, 23 nurseries, 6 independent schools, 4 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 LE5?

The highest-ranked schools in LE5 on Eduscope are Humberstone Junior School, Madani Girls' School, Crown Hills Community 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 LE5?

There are 6 independent schools in LE5. 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 LE5 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.

How do I choose the right school in LE5?

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 LE5 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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