Brownlow Primary School
89%
Capacity
530
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Brownlow Primary School
Brownlow Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Melton community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 530 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 593 places).
Ofsted has rated Brownlow Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Vicky Sellars, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9761st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 18 in Melton.
Brownlow Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 123 applications for 64 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 57 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Brownlow Primary School include Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Library, Music Rooms, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Athletics, Swimming, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.8%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Melton, Brownlow Primary School is one of the options available in the East Midlands region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Limes Avenue, Melton Mowbray, Melton, LE13 1QL |
| Headteacher | Vicky Sellars |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 530 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.8% |
| School Capacity | 530 / 593 (89% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Sept 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Oct 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9761st of 13,686
Nationally
931st of 1,353
In East Midlands
14th of 18
In Melton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
1%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
54%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed64
123
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
57 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Limes Avenue, Melton Mowbray
Melton, LE13 1QL
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