Slater Primary School
99%
Capacity
217
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Slater Primary School
Slater 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 217 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 219 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Slater Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Rehana Miah, 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 10194th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 49th out of 68 in Leicester.
Slater Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 46 applications for 26 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Slater Primary School include ICT Suite, Library, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Dance, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Gardening, Choir, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.4%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leicester, Slater 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 | Slater Street, Frog Island, Leicester, Leicester, LE3 5AS |
| Headteacher | Rehana Miah |
| Local Authority | Leicester |
| Number of Pupils | 217 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.4% |
| School Capacity | 217 / 219 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10194th of 13,686
Nationally
970th of 1,353
In East Midlands
49th 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
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
78%
'23/24
52%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
46
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Slater Street, Frog Island, Leicester
Leicester, LE3 5AS
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