Rushey Mead Primary School
93%
Capacity
547
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Rushey Mead Primary School
Rushey Mead 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 547 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 588 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Rushey Mead Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nitash Odedra, it falls under Leicester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10288th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 50th out of 68 in Leicester.
Rushey Mead Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 80 applications for 50 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 47 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 10 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 7 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Rushey Mead Primary School include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Cricket, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Science Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leicester, Rushey Mead 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 | Gipsy Lane, Leicester, Leicester, LE4 6RB |
| Headteacher | Nitash Odedra |
| Local Authority | Leicester |
| Number of Pupils | 547 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.0% |
| School Capacity | 547 / 588 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (17 Apr 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Jun 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10288th of 13,686
Nationally
988th of 1,353
In East Midlands
50th of 68
In Leicester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
52%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed50
80
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
47 families put this school as their 1st choice (59% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Gipsy Lane, Leicester
Leicester, LE4 6RB
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