Desford Community Primary School
URN: 149267 • Leicester LE9 9JH
Overview
- Name
- Desford Community Primary School
- URN
- 149267
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- LIFE MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 47.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Colin Wilson (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01455822379
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Kirkby Road, Leicester LE9 9JH
Summary
Desford Community Primary School is a mixed academy located in Leicester, serving approximately 382 pupils across thirteen classes. The school is part of the LiFE Multi Academy Trust, which includes a network of ten schools, allowing for collaborative development and sharing of best practices in education. The school prides itself on providing a nurturing and safe environment, with a commitment to high-quality teaching that has resulted in consistently good outcomes for pupils.
The facilities at Desford Primary are modern and well-maintained, featuring a purpose-built Foundation Stage unit and spacious classrooms equipped for effective learning. The school grounds include attractive play areas, a large playing field, and a community garden, enhancing the overall learning experience. Pupil behaviour and attendance are reported to be very good, exceeding national and county averages.
Desford Community Primary School offers a wide range of extracurricular activities and inter-school sports competitions, fostering a sense of community and teamwork among students. The school is dedicated to inclusivity and provides strong support for pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), ensuring that all children receive the guidance they need to thrive.
The facilities at Desford Primary are modern and well-maintained, featuring a purpose-built Foundation Stage unit and spacious classrooms equipped for effective learning. The school grounds include attractive play areas, a large playing field, and a community garden, enhancing the overall learning experience. Pupil behaviour and attendance are reported to be very good, exceeding national and county averages.
Desford Community Primary School offers a wide range of extracurricular activities and inter-school sports competitions, fostering a sense of community and teamwork among students. The school is dedicated to inclusivity and provides strong support for pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), ensuring that all children receive the guidance they need to thrive.
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Key details
- LA
- Leicestershire
- Age range
- 5 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- LIFE MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 382
- Boys
- 186
- Girls
- 196
- FSM %
- 12.30
- Open date
- 2022-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Leicestershire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 382 | 186 | 196 | 420 | 12.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 384 | 200 | 184 | 420 | 9.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 420 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 420 |
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