Humberstone Junior School

A outstanding academy converter school in Leicester. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Humberstone Junior School.

Leicester, LE51AE Ofsted: Outstanding Age 7-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

69

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
59.5
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 70.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
63.1
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 13.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
100.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Outstanding

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

Outstanding
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Last inspected
31 October 2023
Previous grade
Outstanding
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour & attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership & management
Outstanding
Safeguarding
Effective

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Main Street
Humberstone
Leicester, LE51AE
Phone
1162767248
Website
humberstonejunioracademy.co.uk/

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
139983
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Main Street, Humberstone, Leicester, LE5 1AE
Website
www.humberstonejunioracademy.co.uk/
Age range
7-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
ODYSSEY EDUCATIONAL TRUST
Capacity
360 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
358
Free School Meals
26.0% (93 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
1.7% (6 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
94.2%
Good
Persistent Absence
13.9%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
70.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
13.0%
Reading Score:
106.0
Maths Score:
104.0
Grammar Score:
107.0

Key Performance Indicators

Reading, Writing & Maths (Expected):
70.0 (+11.2 vs average)
Low Persistent Absence:
13.9 (3.6 below average)

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 104.0 106.0
2023 105.0 105.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
24 pupils
Very Good
Pupils per Year Group
72
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
358 pupils
7-11

Performance Trend

Stable performance

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Learning is for life"

All children should be challenged and encouraged to reach their full potential and have their achievements celebrated. Creative and stimulating curriculum based on first hand learning experiences makes learning fun and challenging for all. Building confidence, developing independence and encouraging risk taking to develop life skills, a lifelong love of learning and success for all. Highest expectations of all our children.

Religious breakdown by gender: Male - Christian 16, Hindu 38, Muslim 101, No religion 36, Other religion 5, Refused 2, Sikh 7; Female - Christian 15, Hindu 13, Muslim 93, No religion 36, Other religion 4, Refused 1, Roman Catholic 1, Sikh 3.

Head Teacher's Message

Executive Head Teacher Annemarie Williams welcomes visitors and describes Humberstone Junior Academy as a vibrant, creative community with high expectations, designed to challenge and prepare students for life after primary school.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Fencing Dance Gymnastics Badminton Football Basketball Netball Cricket Cross country running

Sports

Basketball Netball Rugby Football Golf Hockey Cricket Cross country running Swimming

Facilities

Newly refurbished and stocked library

Curriculum Highlights

Phonics taught with Little Wandle; Little Wandle Catch Up Programme; Little Wandle SEND Support Programme Big Cat Collins Reading Scheme with book bands; guided reading and regular home reading Reading mentorship for vulnerable readers Project Based Learning with knowledge-rich, mastery-oriented curriculum and interdisciplinary projects Oracy integrated across curriculum; community circles; exhibitions; presentations Maths taught with mastery approach; White Rose assessments NGRT and Vernon tests; phonics assessments; moderation with LA Knowledge organisers and rubrics; MALS (Myself as a Learner) scale

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Healthy choices breakfast club from 7:45am; extensive after-school clubs and enrichment activities including fencing and cross country running.

SEND Provision

Inclusive curriculum with SEND support; dedicated SENDCo; targeted interventions and pastoral support; availability of a Behaviour Mentor; emphasis on inclusion and support for learning in all classrooms; attendance tracking and collaboration with external agencies as needed.

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