Willowbrook Mead Primary Academy
109%
Capacity
456
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Willowbrook Mead Primary Academy
Willowbrook Mead Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Leicester community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 456 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (109% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Willowbrook Mead Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Hannah Sandy-Sharpe, it falls under Leicester local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5369th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 27th out of 68 in Leicester.
Willowbrook Mead Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 65 applications for 35 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Willowbrook Mead Primary Academy include Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Dance, Swimming, as well as clubs including Gardening, Art Club, Coding, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Leicester, Willowbrook Mead Primary Academy 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 | Roborough Green, Leicester, Leicester, LE5 2NA |
| Headteacher | Hannah Sandy-Sharpe |
| Local Authority | Leicester |
| Number of Pupils | 456 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 35.0% |
| School Capacity | 456 / 420 (109% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5369th of 13,686
Nationally
480th of 1,353
In East Midlands
27th of 68
In Leicester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'23/24
67%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed35
65
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
34 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Roborough Green, Leicester
Leicester, LE5 2NA
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