Eyres Monsell Primary School
94%
Capacity
395
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Eyres Monsell Primary School
Eyres Monsell Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Leicester community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 395 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Eyres Monsell Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher E Williamson, it falls under Leicester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 43% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12126th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 66th out of 68 in Leicester.
Eyres Monsell Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 64 applications for 46 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 45 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Eyres Monsell Primary School include Art Studios, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Forest School, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Cricket, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Choir, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 37.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leicester, Eyres Monsell 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 | Simmins Crescent, Leicester, Leicester, LE2 9AH |
| Headteacher | E Williamson |
| Local Authority | Leicester |
| Number of Pupils | 395 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 37.0% |
| School Capacity | 395 / 420 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Feb 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jun 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (43%)
12126th of 13,686
Nationally
1180th of 1,353
In East Midlands
66th of 68
In Leicester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
43%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
43%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed46
64
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
45 families put this school as their 1st choice (70% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Simmins Crescent, Leicester
Leicester, LE2 9AH
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