Desford Community Primary School
URN: 119921 • Leicester LE9 9JH
Overview
- Name
- Desford Community Primary School
- URN
- 119921
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 66.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Colin Wilson (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Kirkby Road, Leicester LE9 9JH
Summary
Desford Community Primary School is a mixed community school located in Leicester, serving approximately 410 pupils across thirteen classes. The school is situated in a vibrant village community and is currently experiencing growth due to local housing developments. The school prides itself on high-quality teaching and consistently good outcomes for pupils, as highlighted in the Ofsted report from 2017.
The school offers a modern and well-maintained learning environment, featuring a purpose-built Foundation Stage unit and spacious classrooms equipped with quality resources. The grounds include attractive play areas, a community garden, and facilities for various sports, ensuring a conducive atmosphere for both learning and recreation.
Desford Primary is committed to inclusivity and provides strong support for all students, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The school also offers a range of extracurricular activities and before-and-after-school childcare, fostering a well-rounded educational experience. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community and are welcomed to visit for tours.
The school offers a modern and well-maintained learning environment, featuring a purpose-built Foundation Stage unit and spacious classrooms equipped with quality resources. The grounds include attractive play areas, a community garden, and facilities for various sports, ensuring a conducive atmosphere for both learning and recreation.
Desford Primary is committed to inclusivity and provides strong support for all students, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The school also offers a range of extracurricular activities and before-and-after-school childcare, fostering a well-rounded educational experience. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community and are welcomed to visit for tours.
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Key details
- LA
- Leicestershire
- Age range
- 5 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 410
- Boys
- 200
- Girls
- 210
- FSM %
- 9.50
- Open date
- Close date
- 2022-08-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2017-07-05
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Leicestershire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 410 | 200 | 210 | 420 | 9.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 410 | 200 | 210 | 420 | 9.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 410 | 200 | 210 | 420 | 9.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 410 | 200 | 210 | 420 | 9.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 405 | 210 | 195 | 420 | 7.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 384 | 197 | 187 | 420 | 6.80 |
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