Rendell Primary School
90%
Capacity
378
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Rendell Primary School
Rendell 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 378 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Rendell Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Karen Rixon, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 76% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2417th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 45 in Charnwood.
Rendell Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 87 applications for 46 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 45 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 Rendell Primary School include Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Library, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Rounders, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Eco Club, Coding, Drama and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.3%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Charnwood, Rendell 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 | Rendell Street, Loughborough, Charnwood, LE11 1LL |
| Headteacher | Karen Rixon |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 378 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.3% |
| School Capacity | 378 / 420 (90% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 3 May 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (76%)
2417th of 13,686
Nationally
200th of 1,353
In East Midlands
10th of 45
In Charnwood
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
76%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
78%
'23/24
76%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed46
87
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
45 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Rendell Street, Loughborough
Charnwood, LE11 1LL
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