Kestrel Mead Primary Academy
91%
Capacity
792
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Kestrel Mead Primary Academy
Kestrel 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 792 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 866 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Kestrel Mead Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Zoe Simpson, it falls under Leicester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4359th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 68 in Leicester.
Kestrel Mead Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 146 applications for 88 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 86 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 Kestrel Mead Primary Academy include Forest School, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Library, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Gymnastics, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Film Club, Art Club, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.4%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leicester, Kestrel 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.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Maidenwell Avenue, Leicester, Leicester, LE5 1TG |
| Headteacher | Zoe Simpson |
| Local Authority | Leicester |
| Number of Pupils | 792 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.4% |
| School Capacity | 792 / 866 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Apr 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Apr 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4359th of 13,686
Nationally
389th of 1,353
In East Midlands
21st of 68
In Leicester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
70%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed88
146
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
86 families put this school as their 1st choice (59% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Maidenwell Avenue, Leicester
Leicester, LE5 1TG
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