Limehurst Academy

URN: 137367 • Loughborough LE11 1NH

Overview

Name
Limehurst Academy
URN
137367
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
EAST MIDLANDS EDUCATION TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
53.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jonathan Mellor (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01509263444
Website
Visit
Address
Bridge Street, Loughborough LE11 1NH

Summary

Limehurst Academy is a mixed secondary school located in Loughborough, Leicestershire, serving 651 pupils with a capacity of 600. Originally a community middle school, it converted to academy status in September 2011 and transitioned to a secondary school for students aged 11 to 16 in 2013. The school is part of the East Midlands Education Trust and has been recognised for its commitment to providing a quality education, maintaining a "Good" rating from Ofsted following its last inspection in April 2022.

The academy prides itself on its multicultural environment and strong community ties, with a focus on continuous improvement and academic excellence. Recent Key Stage 4 results have consistently exceeded national averages, reflecting the school’s dedication to student achievement. Limehurst Academy also prioritises the well-being of its students, receiving accolades such as the Alex Timpson ARC Attachment Award for its attachment-aware practices.

Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through various initiatives and events, fostering a supportive community atmosphere. The school actively promotes online safety and digital literacy, ensuring students are well-prepared for the challenges of modern education. For more information, visit their website at http://www.limehurst.org.uk.

Key details

LA
Leicestershire
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
EAST MIDLANDS EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
600
Pupils
651
Boys
332
Girls
319
FSM %
34.70
Open date
2011-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-04-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Leicestershire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 651 332 319 600 34.70
2024-09-11 643 317 326 600 32.20
2023-09-11 616 316 300 600 29.10
2022-09-11 616 316 300 600 29.10
2021-09-11 618 321 297 600 25.60
2020-09-11 606 308 298 600 21.50

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