Enderby Danemill Primary School
81%
Capacity
341
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Enderby Danemill Primary School
Enderby Danemill Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Blaby community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 341 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Enderby Danemill Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Laura Hackett, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7347th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 25 in Blaby.
Enderby Danemill Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 94 applications for 41 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 37 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 Enderby Danemill Primary School include Sports Hall, Library, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Swimming, Dance, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Chess, Film Club, Drama and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.3%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Blaby, Enderby Danemill 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Mill Lane, Leicester, Blaby, LE19 4LH |
| Headteacher | Laura Hackett |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 341 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.3% |
| School Capacity | 341 / 420 (81% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7347th of 13,686
Nationally
666th of 1,353
In East Midlands
16th of 25
In Blaby
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
61%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed41
94
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
37 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Mill Lane, Leicester
Blaby, LE19 4LH
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