Rowlatts Mead Primary Academy
133%
Capacity
418
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Rowlatts Mead Primary Academy
Rowlatts 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 418 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (133% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Rowlatts Mead Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jennie Henson, it falls under Leicester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 78% 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 2002nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 68 in Leicester.
Rowlatts Mead Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 85 applications for 60 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 60 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Rowlatts Mead Primary Academy include Art Studios, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Forest School, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Gymnastics, Dance, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.5%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leicester, Rowlatts 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 | Balderstone Close, Leicester, Leicester, LE5 4ES |
| Headteacher | Jennie Henson |
| Local Authority | Leicester |
| Number of Pupils | 418 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.5% |
| School Capacity | 418 / 315 (133% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (78%)
2002nd of 13,686
Nationally
169th of 1,353
In East Midlands
8th of 68
In Leicester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
78%
Expected Standard
15%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
78%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
85
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
60 families put this school as their 1st choice (71% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Balderstone Close, Leicester
Leicester, LE5 4ES
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