Captains Close Primary School
URN: 139845 • Melton Mowbray LE14 3TU
Overview
- Name
- Captains Close Primary School
- URN
- 139845
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- DISCOVERY SCHOOLS ACADEMIES TRUST LTD
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 51.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Natalie Willcock (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01664812630
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Saxelby Road, Melton Mowbray LE14 3TU
Summary
Captains Close Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, with a current enrolment of 159 pupils and a capacity of 210. The school is committed to providing a stimulating and inclusive learning environment where every child can flourish. With a focus on partnership with parents and the wider community, Captains Close aims to foster a supportive atmosphere that encourages respect and responsibility among students.
The curriculum at Captains Close is designed to be broad and balanced, challenging pupils to reach their full potential. The school places a strong emphasis on creating a happy, friendly environment free from discrimination and bullying. Additionally, it promotes healthy lifestyle choices and prepares children to be lifelong learners and active community members.
With 30.20% of pupils eligible for free school meals, Captains Close is dedicated to ensuring equal opportunities for all students. The school actively engages with families and the local community to enhance the educational experience and provide a well-rounded foundation for its pupils. For more information, parents can visit the school's website.
The curriculum at Captains Close is designed to be broad and balanced, challenging pupils to reach their full potential. The school places a strong emphasis on creating a happy, friendly environment free from discrimination and bullying. Additionally, it promotes healthy lifestyle choices and prepares children to be lifelong learners and active community members.
With 30.20% of pupils eligible for free school meals, Captains Close is dedicated to ensuring equal opportunities for all students. The school actively engages with families and the local community to enhance the educational experience and provide a well-rounded foundation for its pupils. For more information, parents can visit the school's website.
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Nearby alternatives
- Stathern Primary School (72.4)
- Great Dalby School (70.8)
- Swallowdale Primary School and Community Centre (70.2)
- Saint Francis Catholic Primary School (64.5)
- Asfordby Hill Primary School (62.6)
Key details
- LA
- Leicestershire
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- DISCOVERY SCHOOLS ACADEMIES TRUST LTD
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 159
- Boys
- 88
- Girls
- 71
- FSM %
- 30.20
- Open date
- 2013-07-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2018-11-15
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Leicestershire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 159 | 88 | 71 | 210 | 30.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 169 | 88 | 81 | 210 | 30.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 177 | 88 | 89 | 210 | 19.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 177 | 88 | 89 | 210 | 19.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 169 | 87 | 82 | 210 | 15.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 173 | 79 | 94 | 210 | 10.40 |
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