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Schools in LE8

A postcode district in Leicestershire

  • Postcode district
  • 35 schools and nurseries

In short: LE8 is a postcode district in Leicestershire with 14 primary schools, 7 secondary schools and 19 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries3514 primary · 7 secondary · 19 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in LE8

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 LE8 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in LE8

14 in LE8, best first

See all 14 primary schools

Top Secondary Schools in LE8

7 in LE8, best first

Kibworth Mead Academy

Leicester, LE8 0LG · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good

Results close to the England average.

169 first choices, 178 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1646.9

England 46.2

Days missed
8.1%
Pupils
852
Pupils per teacher
19.0
View school Kibworth Mead Academy

Countesthorpe Academy

Countesthorpe, LE8 5PR · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19

  • Ofsted:Requires improvement in 3 areas

Results well below the England average.

176 first choices, 187 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1638.7

England 46.2

Days missed
9.8%
Pupils
1,149
Pupils per teacher
17.9
View school Countesthorpe Academy
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Nurseries in LE8

19 in LE8, highest Ofsted grade first

See all 19 nurseries

Sixth Forms in LE8

2 in LE8, by the school's Eduscope score

Countesthorpe Academy

Countesthorpe, LE8 5PR · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19

  • Ofsted:Requires improvement in 3 areas

Results well below the England average.

176 first choices, 187 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1638.7

England 46.2

Days missed
9.8%
Pupils
1,149
Pupils per teacher
17.9
View school Countesthorpe Academy

Leicester Grammar School Trust

Leicester, LE8 9FL · Independent · All-through · Ages 3 to 19

  • ISI:Inspected

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
1,265
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Leicester Grammar School Trust

Special Schools in LE8

3 in LE8. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Foxfields Academy

Blaby, LE8 4FE · All-through · Ages 4 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
18.9%
Pupils
105
Pupils per teacher
5.5
View school Foxfields Academy

The Lady Byron School

Le8 8aj · Independent · All-through · Ages 5 to 17

  • Ofsted:Good

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
27
Pupils per teacher
–
View school The Lady Byron School

Private Schools in LE8

4 in LE8. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

LGS Stoneygate

Leicester, LE8 9DJ · Independent · All-through · Ages 3 to 16

  • ISI:Inspected

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
236
Pupils per teacher
–
View school LGS Stoneygate

The Lady Byron School

Le8 8aj · Independent · All-through · Ages 5 to 17

  • Ofsted:Good

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
27
Pupils per teacher
–
View school The Lady Byron School

Leicester Grammar School Trust

Leicester, LE8 9FL · Independent · All-through · Ages 3 to 19

  • ISI:Inspected

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

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
1,265
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Leicester Grammar School Trust
The map

Every school in LE8, 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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Blaby Thistly Meadow Primary School, Good or betterFleckney Church of England Primary School, GoodGreat Glen St Cuthbert's Church of England Primary School, GoodLGS Stoneygate, InspectedLeicester Grammar School Trust, InspectedGreenfield Primary School, GoodKibworth Mead Academy, GoodKibworth Church of England Primary School, OutstandingBlaby Stokes Church of England Primary School, Requires improvement in 2 areasArnesby Church of England Primary School, Requires improvementSt Peter's Church of England Primary School Whetstone, GoodCountesthorpe Academy, Requires improvement in 3 areasFoxfields Academy, GoodThe Lady Byron School, GoodBadgerbrook Primary School, Needs attention in 1 areaKibworth Methodist Pre-School, GoodThe Hunny Bee Day Nursery, OutstandingTeddies Nursery, GoodSqueakies Nursery and Pre School, GoodThe Hunny Jar Day Nursery, GoodLongfield Kindergarten, OutstandingThe Hunny Hive Kibworth Day Nursery, OutstandingPettitts Pre-School Ltd, GoodLittle Steps Preschool, GoodFleckney Baptist Pre-School, GoodLittle Monkeys Playgroup, GoodDaisy Chain Children's Nursery, OutstandingLittle Badgers Playgroup, GoodSpringwell Pre School, GoodBusy Bees at Blaby, GoodBlaby Pre-School, Expected standard in every areaThe Hunny Bear Day Nursery, GoodThe Hunny Comb Countesthorpe Day NurseryDaisy Chain Children's NurseryWhite Stacks Outdoor Learning Centre
  • Outstanding5
  • Good19
  • Requires improvement1
  • Not graded yet10
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 LE8 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.

Living here

What it's like for families

LE8 has 35 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 LE8

Nearby areas

How many schools are in LE8?

LE8 has 35 schools, including 14 primary schools, 7 secondary schools, 19 nurseries, 4 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 LE8?

The highest-ranked schools in LE8 on Eduscope are Kibworth Church of England Primary School, Blaby Thistly Meadow Primary School, St Peter's Church of England Primary School Whetstone. 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 LE8?

There are 4 independent schools in LE8. 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 LE8 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.

How do I choose the right school in LE8?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 35 schools in LE8 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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