Marriott Primary School
110%
Capacity
435
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Marriott Primary School
Marriott 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 435 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (110% of 397 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Marriott Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ruth Neill, it falls under Leicester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 44% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11961st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 62nd out of 68 in Leicester.
Marriott Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 69 applications for 45 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Marriott Primary School include Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Library, Gymnasium, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Cricket, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Coding, Eco Club, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 48.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leicester, Marriott 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 | Broughton Road, Leicester, Leicester, LE2 6NE |
| Headteacher | Ruth Neill |
| Local Authority | Leicester |
| Number of Pupils | 435 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 48.5% |
| School Capacity | 435 / 397 (110% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Jun 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (44%)
11961st of 13,686
Nationally
1164th of 1,353
In East Midlands
62nd of 68
In Leicester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
44%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
52%
'23/24
44%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
69
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
38 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Broughton Road, Leicester
Leicester, LE2 6NE
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