Uplands Infant School
90%
Capacity
412
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Uplands Infant School
Uplands Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Leicester community, welcoming children from age 2 to 7. The school has 412 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 460 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Uplands Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Michelle Orton, it falls under Leicester local authority.
Uplands Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 158 applications for 104 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 102 were first-preference applications.
Uplands Infant School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 98% recommending the school (95 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Uplands Infant School include ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Library, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Tennis, Gymnastics, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Film Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leicester, Uplands Infant 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Melbourne Road, Leicester, Leicester, LE2 0DR |
| Headteacher | Michelle Orton |
| Local Authority | Leicester |
| Number of Pupils | 412 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.0% |
| School Capacity | 412 / 460 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Dec 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
95 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed104
158
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
102 families put this school as their 1st choice (65% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Melbourne Road, Leicester
Leicester, LE2 0DR
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