Uplands Infant School
URN: 146853 • Leicester LE2 0DR
Overview
- Name
- Uplands Infant School
- URN
- 146853
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- ATTENBOROUGH LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 63.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Michelle Orton (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01162625280
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Melbourne Road, Leicester LE2 0DR
Summary
Uplands Infant School is a mixed primary academy located in Leicester, catering to 412 pupils with a capacity of 460. The school is dedicated to Early Years education, focusing on nurturing children's development and fostering a love for learning. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in their motto, “Nurture Empower Flourish,” which reflects their commitment to creating a warm, inclusive environment where all children feel safe and valued.
The curriculum at Uplands emphasizes quality teaching and the acquisition of language skills, which are seen as essential for children's success in reading, writing, and mathematics. The school aims to close knowledge gaps and promote a positive mindset through a carefully planned learning environment and extracurricular activities that enhance well-being and self-esteem.
Uplands Infant School prioritises safeguarding and child protection, ensuring a safe and enriching environment for all students. Staff receive regular training, and the school works closely with parents and external agencies to support children's safety and well-being, fostering positive relationships and resilience among pupils.
The curriculum at Uplands emphasizes quality teaching and the acquisition of language skills, which are seen as essential for children's success in reading, writing, and mathematics. The school aims to close knowledge gaps and promote a positive mindset through a carefully planned learning environment and extracurricular activities that enhance well-being and self-esteem.
Uplands Infant School prioritises safeguarding and child protection, ensuring a safe and enriching environment for all students. Staff receive regular training, and the school works closely with parents and external agencies to support children's safety and well-being, fostering positive relationships and resilience among pupils.
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Key details
- LA
- Leicester
- Age range
- 3 - 7
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- ATTENBOROUGH LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 460
- Pupils
- 412
- Boys
- 218
- Girls
- 194
- FSM %
- 13.00
- Open date
- 2019-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-10-27
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Leicestershire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 412 | 218 | 194 | 460 | 13.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 424 | 217 | 207 | 460 | 15.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 429 | 196 | 233 | 460 | 15.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 429 | 196 | 233 | 460 | 15.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 448 | 213 | 235 | 460 | 14.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 468 | 230 | 238 | 460 | 13.30 |
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