The Meadow Community Primary School
93%
Capacity
390
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About The Meadow Community Primary School
The Meadow Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Oadby and Wigston community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 390 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated The Meadow Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Louise Allen Mrs Charlie Smith, it falls under Leicestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4807th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 13 in Oadby and Wigston.
The Meadow Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 130 applications for 56 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 47 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Meadow Community Primary School include Library, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Rounders, Cricket, Tennis, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Eco Club, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.1%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Oadby and Wigston, The Meadow Community 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Meadow Way, Wigston, Oadby and Wigston, LE18 3QZ |
| Headteacher | Louise Allen Mrs Charlie Smith |
| Local Authority | Leicestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 390 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.1% |
| School Capacity | 390 / 420 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Oct 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Nov 2021. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
4807th of 13,686
Nationally
426th of 1,353
In East Midlands
8th of 13
In Oadby and Wigston
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
68%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed56
130
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
47 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Meadow Way, Wigston
Oadby and Wigston, LE18 3QZ
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