Cottesmore Academy
URN: 142401 • Oakham LE15 7BA
Overview
- Name
- Cottesmore Academy
- URN
- 142401
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE RUTLAND LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 66.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Megan Lucas (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01572812278
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Kendrew Barracks, Oakham LE15 7BA
Summary
Cottesmore Academy is a mixed primary school located in Oakham, Rutland, serving a diverse community primarily composed of Service families. The school is situated on Kendrew Barracks, which contributes to its unique environment and cultural richness, with students coming from various backgrounds, including British, Fijian, Nepalese, African, and Caribbean. This diversity is embraced and celebrated, enhancing the curriculum and fostering a sense of community among students and families.
The academy prioritises creating a safe and welcoming atmosphere where children can aspire to achieve their best. Cottesmore Academy aims to instil values of independence, collaboration, and pride in its students, encouraging them to think deeply about their learning and believe in their potential. The school is committed to addressing the emotional needs of its pupils, with staff praised for their supportive and understanding approach.
Cottesmore Academy is part of the Rutland Learning Trust, which collaborates with several local schools to enhance educational opportunities. The school’s ethos focuses on making education a positive and enriching experience, ensuring that each child feels valued and respected within the community.
The academy prioritises creating a safe and welcoming atmosphere where children can aspire to achieve their best. Cottesmore Academy aims to instil values of independence, collaboration, and pride in its students, encouraging them to think deeply about their learning and believe in their potential. The school is committed to addressing the emotional needs of its pupils, with staff praised for their supportive and understanding approach.
Cottesmore Academy is part of the Rutland Learning Trust, which collaborates with several local schools to enhance educational opportunities. The school’s ethos focuses on making education a positive and enriching experience, ensuring that each child feels valued and respected within the community.
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Nearby alternatives
- Whissendine Church of England Primary School (70.2)
- Catmose Primary (65.4)
- Langham CofE (Controlled) Primary School (63.8)
- Leighfield Primary School (63.0)
- Empingham CofE Primary School (62.3)
Key details
- LA
- Rutland
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE RUTLAND LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 360
- Pupils
- 135
- Boys
- 73
- Girls
- 62
- FSM %
- 3.00
- Open date
- 2016-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-05-25
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Rutland
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 135 | 73 | 62 | 360 | 3.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 162 | 88 | 74 | 360 | 0.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 161 | 88 | 73 | 360 | 5.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 161 | 88 | 73 | 360 | 5.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 159 | 86 | 73 | 360 | 2.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 143 | 77 | 66 | 360 | 2.80 |
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