Fosse Mead Primary Academy

About Fosse Mead Primary Academy

Fosse Mead Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Leicester community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 444 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 430 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Fosse Mead Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jay Virk, it falls under Leicester local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6744th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 36th out of 68 in Leicester.

Fosse Mead Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 76 applications for 45 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 40 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 Fosse Mead Primary Academy include Playing Fields, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Netball, Gymnastics, Swimming, as well as clubs including Drama, Eco Club, Book Club.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 39.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Leicester, Fosse Mead Primary Academy 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.

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