Outwoods Edge Primary School
98%
Capacity
413
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Outwoods Edge Primary School
Outwoods Edge Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Charnwood community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 413 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Outwoods Edge Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Matthew Peet, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 39% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12629th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 44th out of 45 in Charnwood.
Outwoods Edge Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 143 applications for 55 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 54 were first-preference applications.
Outwoods Edge Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.5/5 from 1 parents).
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 Outwoods Edge Primary School include Library, Art Studios, Forest School, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Tennis, Athletics, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Gardening, Coding, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Charnwood, Outwoods Edge 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | 21 Redwood Road, Loughborough, Charnwood, LE11 2LD |
| Headteacher | Matthew Peet |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 413 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.5% |
| School Capacity | 413 / 420 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Oct 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (13 Oct 2021): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 12 Jul 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (39%)
12629th of 13,686
Nationally
1231st of 1,353
In East Midlands
44th of 45
In Charnwood
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
39%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
39%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed55
143
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
54 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
21 Redwood Road, Loughborough
Charnwood, LE11 2LD
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