Uplands Infant School
URN: 120036 • Leicester LE2 0DR
Overview
- Name
- Uplands Infant School
- URN
- 120036
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 74.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Michelle Orton (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Melbourne Road, Leicester LE2 0DR
Summary
Uplands Infant School is a community primary school located in Leicester, catering to mixed-gender pupils aged 4 to 7. With a current enrolment of 455 students and a capacity of 460, the school prides itself on its inclusive environment, welcoming children from diverse backgrounds. The school is committed to nurturing each child's development, focusing on early years education, and fostering a love of learning.
The curriculum at Uplands is designed to develop confident readers, writers, and early mathematicians, with an emphasis on language acquisition as a fundamental aspect of learning. The school promotes high expectations through quality teaching and a carefully planned learning environment, encouraging children to take responsibility for their actions and respect others. Extracurricular activities are also offered to enhance students' well-being and broaden their experiences.
Uplands prioritises safeguarding and child protection, ensuring a safe and supportive atmosphere for all students. Regular training for staff and collaboration with parents and external agencies are key components of the school's approach to maintaining a secure environment for children to thrive.
The curriculum at Uplands is designed to develop confident readers, writers, and early mathematicians, with an emphasis on language acquisition as a fundamental aspect of learning. The school promotes high expectations through quality teaching and a carefully planned learning environment, encouraging children to take responsibility for their actions and respect others. Extracurricular activities are also offered to enhance students' well-being and broaden their experiences.
Uplands prioritises safeguarding and child protection, ensuring a safe and supportive atmosphere for all students. Regular training for staff and collaboration with parents and external agencies are key components of the school's approach to maintaining a secure environment for children to thrive.
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Key details
- LA
- Leicester
- Age range
- 3 - 7
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 460
- Pupils
- 455
- Boys
- 226
- Girls
- 229
- FSM %
- 11.40
- Open date
- Close date
- 2019-03-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2009-02-04
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Leicestershire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 455 | 226 | 229 | 460 | 11.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 455 | 226 | 229 | 460 | 11.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 455 | 226 | 229 | 460 | 11.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 455 | 226 | 229 | 460 | 11.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 455 | 226 | 229 | 460 | 11.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 455 | 226 | 229 | 460 | 11.40 |
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