Millgate School
URN: 148165 • Leicester LE2 6DW
Overview
- Name
- Millgate School
- URN
- 148165
- Type
- Academy special converter
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- DISCOVERY SCHOOLS ACADEMIES TRUST LTD
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 34.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sara Marsh (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01162704922
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 18a Scott Street, Leicester LE2 6DW
Summary
Millgate School is a mixed academy special converter located in Leicester, accommodating 124 pupils with a capacity of 120. The school prioritises placing the child at the centre of its educational approach, focusing on individual narratives to shape a curriculum that supports personal growth and development. This curriculum is designed to be knowledge-rich and aims to equip students with the skills necessary to navigate their futures successfully.
The school has a significant proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals, reflecting its commitment to supporting children from diverse backgrounds. Millgate School emphasizes character development and learner behaviour, ensuring that each child is prepared to write their own story as they progress through their educational journey.
Currently, Millgate School is undergoing a public consultation regarding a proposed reduction in commissioned places, which aims to decrease capacity from 120 to 112 by September 2026. This change will not affect existing students, and the school invites community feedback during the consultation period. For further information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the school office directly.
The school has a significant proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals, reflecting its commitment to supporting children from diverse backgrounds. Millgate School emphasizes character development and learner behaviour, ensuring that each child is prepared to write their own story as they progress through their educational journey.
Currently, Millgate School is undergoing a public consultation regarding a proposed reduction in commissioned places, which aims to decrease capacity from 120 to 112 by September 2026. This change will not affect existing students, and the school invites community feedback during the consultation period. For further information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the school office directly.
Useful links
- @millgate_school (other)
- @ShockatAdam (other)
- https://t.co/kQiCdKIMmO (other)
- https://t.co/vAA62ZVp8a (other)
- https://t.co/xjoqcZmoAg (other)
- @millgate_school (other)
- View more on Twitter (other)
- e4education (other)
- Accessibility Statement (other)
- High Visibility Version (other)
Nearby alternatives
- The Children's Hospital School (67.0)
- Ellesmere College (64.2)
- Ash Field Academy (63.6)
- Keyham Lodge School (63.0)
- Leicester Islamic Academy (62.0)
Key details
- LA
- Leicester
- Age range
- 7 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- DISCOVERY SCHOOLS ACADEMIES TRUST LTD
- Capacity
- 120
- Pupils
- 124
- Boys
- 106
- Girls
- 18
- FSM %
- 80.60
- Open date
- 2021-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Leicestershire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 124 | 106 | 18 | 120 | 80.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 130 | 113 | 17 | 120 | 78.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 120 | 114 | 6 | 120 | 82.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 120 | 114 | 6 | 120 | 82.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 118 |
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