The Grove Primary School
73%
Capacity
193
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About The Grove Primary School
The Grove Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Melton community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 193 pupils on roll, operating at 73% capacity.
Ofsted has rated The Grove Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Hayley Cheeseman, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 48% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11095th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 18 in Melton.
The Grove Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 60 applications for 24 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate 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 The Grove Primary School include Music Rooms, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Forest School, ICT Suite, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cross Country, Cricket, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Chess, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 60.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Melton, The Grove 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Asfordby Road, Melton Mowbray, Melton, LE13 0HN |
| Headteacher | Hayley Cheeseman |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 193 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 60.6% |
| School Capacity | 193 / 266 (73% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Feb 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (48%)
11095th of 13,686
Nationally
1067th of 1,353
In East Midlands
16th of 18
In Melton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
48%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
33%
'23/24
48%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
60
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Grove Primary School
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Contact Information
Asfordby Road, Melton Mowbray
Melton, LE13 0HN
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