Mountfields Lodge School
95%
Capacity
487
Pupils
3.7x
Demand
About Mountfields Lodge School
Mountfields Lodge School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Charnwood community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 487 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 511 places).
Ofsted has rated Mountfields Lodge School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Iona Mock, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 49% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11069th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 40th out of 45 in Charnwood.
Mountfields Lodge School is a popular choice with families — it received 186 applications for 50 places, making it 3.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 46 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Mountfields Lodge School include Outdoor Playground, Library, Forest School, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Rounders, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Chess, Drama, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Charnwood, Mountfields Lodge 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Epinal Way, Loughborough, Charnwood, LE11 3GE |
| Headteacher | Iona Mock |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 487 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.5% |
| School Capacity | 487 / 511 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (24 Mar 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 21 Mar 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (49%)
11069th of 13,686
Nationally
1065th of 1,353
In East Midlands
40th of 45
In Charnwood
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
49%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
49%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed50
186
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
46 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Epinal Way, Loughborough
Charnwood, LE11 3GE
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