Rolleston Primary School
95%
Capacity
424
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Rolleston Primary School
Rolleston Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Leicester community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 424 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 445 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Rolleston Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Dwayne Toon, it falls under Leicester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 45% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11783rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 60th out of 68 in Leicester.
Rolleston Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 57 applications for 44 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 43 were first-preference applications.
Rolleston Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 70% recommending the school (10 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Rolleston Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Library, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Netball, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 47.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leicester, Rolleston 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Hillsborough Road, Leicester, Leicester, LE2 9PT |
| Headteacher | Dwayne Toon |
| Local Authority | Leicester |
| Number of Pupils | 424 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 47.7% |
| School Capacity | 424 / 445 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Jul 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (45%)
11783rd of 13,686
Nationally
1142nd of 1,353
In East Midlands
60th of 68
In Leicester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
45%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
45%
'23/24
45%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
10 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed44
57
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
43 families put this school as their 1st choice (75% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Rolleston Primary School
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Contact Information
Hillsborough Road, Leicester
Leicester, LE2 9PT
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