North Mead Primary Academy
133%
Capacity
441
Pupils
1.2x
Demand
About North Mead Primary Academy
North 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 441 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (133% of 332 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated North Mead Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ben Burpitt, it falls under Leicester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 83% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 949th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 68 in Leicester.
North Mead Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 51 applications for 42 places, making it 1.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 41 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 North Mead Primary Academy include Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Gymnastics, Athletics, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Eco Club, Gardening, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 40.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leicester, North 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 | Northfield Road, Leicester, Leicester, LE4 9DL |
| Headteacher | Ben Burpitt |
| Local Authority | Leicester |
| Number of Pupils | 441 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 40.0% |
| School Capacity | 441 / 332 (133% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Jan 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (25 Jan 2024): School remains Good (Improving) - S5 Next
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Sept 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (83%)
949th of 13,686
Nationally
80th of 1,353
In East Midlands
5th of 68
In Leicester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
83%
Expected Standard
32%
Higher Standard
'22/23
85%
'23/24
83%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed42
51
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
41 families put this school as their 1st choice (80% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Northfield Road, Leicester
Leicester, LE4 9DL
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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