The Roundhill Academy

A requires improvement academy converter school in Leicestershire. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for The Roundhill Academy.

Leicester, LE48GQ Ofsted: Requires Improvement Age 11-16 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

52

/ 100

Secondary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Secondary schools

Progress 8 score
48.3
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: -0.27
English & Maths grade 4+ %
60.4
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 71.1%
Ofsted inspection outcome
50.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Requires Improvement

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Requires Improvement
Overall effectiveness
Requires Improvement
Last inspected
3 July 2023
Previous grade
Inadequate
Quality of education
Requires Improvement
Behaviour & attitudes
Requires Improvement
Personal development
Requires Improvement
Leadership & management
Requires Improvement
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
997 Melton Road
Thurmaston
Leicester, LE48GQ
Phone
1162693896
Website
roundhill.bepschools.org

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
138079
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Address
997 Melton Road, Thurmaston, Leicester, LE4 8GQ
Website
www.roundhill.bepschools.org
Age range
11-16
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
BRADGATE EDUCATION PARTNERSHIP
Capacity
750 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
794
Free School Meals
20.8% (165 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
1.6% (13 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
90.0%
Good
Persistent Absence
26.7%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Key Performance Indicators

English & Maths Grade 5+:
71.1 (+19.1 vs average)
Attainment 8:
45.6 (+6.1 vs average)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
22 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
132
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
794 pupils
11-16

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Nurture Enrich Inspire

Head Teacher's Message

Headteacher Natalie Teece welcomes visitors and describes The Roundhill Academy as a unique, smaller-than-average secondary school that embraces diversity. The school aims to prepare students to be confident, well-rounded and highly educated, with a broad curriculum, extensive extra-curricular opportunities and a strong careers programme. Visitors are encouraged to arrange a school visit.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Student Leadership Group Eco Club

Facilities

Inclusion rooms

Curriculum Highlights

Key Stage 3 curriculum is described as broad, ambitious and challenging, with a learning journey and descriptors for each year. There are Attitude to Learning descriptors and a Personal Development programme; teachers use learning journeys and subject descriptors to track progress and communicate with parents. Key Stage 4 curriculum requires English (Language and Literature) and Mathematics, and includes 2 GCSEs in Combined Science (or Triple Science). Personal Development and Citizenship and Core PE are non-examination components. Students choose 4 GCSE or equivalent qualifications from a list including Art, Business Studies, Computer Science, Design & Technology, Drama, English, Food Preparation & Nutrition, French, Geography, Health & Social Care, History, Mathematics, Music, Physical Education, Religious Studies, Sociology, Textile Design, BTEC Travel & Tourism, and Triple Science. Classes are taught by subject specialists.

SEND Provision

The SEND information indicates a dedicated Learning Support team working with teaching and pastoral staff to provide holistic support for students with additional needs. The school has a suite of inclusion rooms as a central hub for access to support, help, and space to regulate. Interventions include Cognition and Learning (e.g., KS3 Phonics, WordShark, Reading Plus, Book Buddies), bespoke Maths interventions, Whole School Literacy, and support for Communication and Interaction (including IN1 Unstructured Time and Construction Therapy). Additional supports include use of communication cards, work with Autism Outreach, Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA), Mental Health Support Team (MHST), a School Counsellor, and Sensory/Physical supports. Enrichment opportunities and Student Leadership Group are highlighted as activities in which students participate.

Admissions Criteria

The Roundhill Academy lists a planned admission limit of 150 pupils per year. Admissions are linked to Leicestershire County Council processes with references to the Catchment Map, Open Evening, and contact for visits. Published admissions policies include Roundhill Admissions Policy 2025 with Addendum and Roundhill Admissions Policy 2026. The school provides guidance on how to apply and directs readers to the Leicestershire County Council Admissions webpage for further details.

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