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Glenmere Community Primary School

Glenmere Community Primary School

Oadby and Wigston, LE18 3RDPrimary School·Ages 5-11
GoodQuality of Ed.

100%

Capacity

211

Pupils

3.4x

Demand

About Glenmere Community Primary School

Glenmere Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Oadby and Wigston community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 211 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places).

Ofsted has rated Glenmere Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Samantha Conlon, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 77% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2052nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 13 in Oadby and Wigston.

Glenmere Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 102 applications for 30 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.

Glenmere Community Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 91% recommending the school (78 responses).

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Glenmere Community Primary School include Library, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Rounders, Tennis, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Book Club, Gardening, Eco Club.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Oadby and Wigston, Glenmere Community 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range5 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressEstoril Avenue, Wigston, Oadby and Wigston, LE18 3RD
HeadteacherSamantha Conlon
Local AuthorityLeicestershire
Number of Pupils211
Free School Meals (FSM)8.5%
School Capacity211 / 210 (100% full)

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

24 Sept 2024
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Quality of Education

Good

Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade

Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Outstanding
Personal Development
Outstanding
Leadership & Management
Good

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Good

Source: Ofsted, 3 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)

2052nd of 13,686

Nationally

Top 25%

174th of 1,353

In East Midlands

Top 25%

5th of 13

In Oadby and Wigston

Top 50%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

77%

Expected Standard

10%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 107
Expected:81%
Higher:42%
Writing
Expected:77%
Higher:10%
MathsAvg Score: 105
Expected:90%
Higher:23%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeStable +3%

'22/23

74%

'23/24

77%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

Ofsted Parent View

78 responses

Would Recommend This School

91%Excellent
Needs Attentionbelow 70%
Bullying dealt with
25%
Concerns dealt with
60%
SEND support
67%
Strengths95%+ agree
Happy at schoolFeels safeAware of curriculumProgress updatesSubject rangeClubs & activities

Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025

SEND Support

Mental HealthSpeech & LanguagePhysicalLearning Difficulty

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

6
LibraryArt StudiosSports HallGymnasiumPlaying FieldsChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

7

Sports

NetballRoundersTennisCross Country

Clubs & Activities

Book ClubGardeningEco Club

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

30

Applications

102

High Demand

Competitive - many more applications than places available

Applications to places ratio3.4x
0x1x2x3x5x+

23 families put this school as their 1st choice (23% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Glenmere Community Primary School

Glenmere Community Primary School has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01162882228www.glenmere.leics.sch.uk

Estoril Avenue, Wigston

Oadby and Wigston, LE18 3RD

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Estoril Avenue, Wigston

Oadby and Wigston, LE18 3RD

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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