Old Mill Primary School

About Old Mill Primary School

Old Mill Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Harborough community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 367 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 390 places).

Ofsted has rated Old Mill Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alison Smith-Stewart, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4909th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 32 in Harborough.

Old Mill Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 128 applications for 53 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 52 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Old Mill Primary School include Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Forest School, Playing Fields, Library, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Rounders, Gymnastics, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Film Club, Science Club, Art Club.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Harborough, Old Mill 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.

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