Kestrel Mead Primary Academy

URN: 147411 • Leicester LE5 1TG

Overview

Name
Kestrel Mead Primary Academy
URN
147411
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
THE MEAD EDUCATIONAL TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
66.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Zoe Simpson (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01162461732
Website
Visit
Address
Maidenwell Avenue, Leicester LE5 1TG

Summary

Kestrel Mead Primary Academy is a mixed academy located in the Hamilton area of Leicester, catering to children aged three to eleven across two sites. The school serves a total of 792 pupils, with a capacity for 867, and has a notable commitment to inclusivity, featuring a special needs unit called ‘The Nest’ for pupils with Autism and co-occurring needs. The academy operates under the ethos of providing a caring and aspirational environment, emphasising core values of respect, curiosity, resilience, and compassion.

The curriculum at Kestrel Mead is designed to foster a love of learning, with a focus on high-quality teaching and strong outcomes for pupils. The school is part of The Mead Educational Trust (TMET), which enhances professional development for staff and promotes collaboration with other schools. This partnership allows Kestrel Mead to share best practices and provide outreach support, reinforcing its role as a beacon of good practice in the community.

Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through structured open mornings and a closed communication platform, Class Dojo. The school also maintains an active presence on Twitter, sharing updates and celebrating student achievements. Kestrel Mead is dedicated to creating a supportive and enriching educational experience for all its students.

Key details

LA
Leicester
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THE MEAD EDUCATIONAL TRUST
Capacity
867
Pupils
792
Boys
402
Girls
390
FSM %
22.40
Open date
2019-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-04-18
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Leicestershire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 792 402 390 867 22.40
2024-09-11 818 416 402 840 22.20
2023-09-11 758 388 370 837 22.30
2022-09-11 758 388 370 837 22.30
2021-09-11 707 361 346 837 20.40
2020-09-11 645 317 328 840 14.50

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