Fosse Mead Primary Academy

A good academy sponsor led school in Leicester. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Fosse Mead Primary Academy.

Leicester, LE35EA Ofsted: Good Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

49

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
53.6
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 63.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
33.3
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 0.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

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

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
2 July 2024
Previous grade
Inadequate
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Balfour Street
Leicester, LE35EA
Phone
1162519261
Website
fosse-tmet.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
148391
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Address
Balfour Street, Leicester, LE3 5EA
Website
www.fosse-tmet.uk
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
THE MEAD EDUCATIONAL TRUST
Capacity
430 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
445
Free School Meals
41.3% (184 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
1.6% (7 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
94.4%
Good
Persistent Absence
18.4%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
63.0%
Reading Score:
103.0
Maths Score:
103.0
Grammar Score:
102.0

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 103.0 103.0
2023 100.0 101.0

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
49
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
445 pupils
3-11

Performance Trend

Improving trend (+2.5 per year)

Up 2.5% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Together We Make A Positive Difference"

Resilient Rhino Responsible Rabbit Kind Koala Enthusiastic Elephant Courageous Kangaroo Curious Crocodile

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome to Fosse Mead Primary Academy; the school aims for high expectations, a supportive and challenging environment, celebrates learning, and partners with parents and carers to support pupils.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Before school clubs Lunchtime clubs After school clubs

Sports

Swimming

Facilities

Sports Hall Outdoor play area Indoor space for classes and community events

Curriculum Highlights

Broad, balanced and creative education Personalised to the individual needs of all learners Underpinned by the National Curriculum Driven by six school values

Wraparound Care

After-School Care: Yes

Before school, lunchtime and after school clubs available; wraparound care through clubs.

SEND Provision

SEND is coordinated by the SENCo with an in-house speech and language therapist. Interventions include Sensology, Lego Therapy, Sensory Massage, Number sense, RWI tutoring, Play interaction/fun time, Warwickshire handwriting scheme and Reading fluency intervention. The school uses BER A (Best Endeavours, Reasonable Adjustments) and adapts curriculum and environment to meet needs. EHCPs are considered where appropriate, with involvement of parents and external agencies as needed.

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