Abbey Mead Primary Academy
109 Ross Walk, Leicester, LE4 5HHOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Abbey Mead Primary Academy is a primary school in Leicester for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 136 schools in Leicester. It ranks 6th of 138 primary schools in Leicester. Its latest Ofsted rating is Outstanding, from an inspection in March 2024.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 5 March 2024, report published 17 April 2024
- Overall effectiveness
- Outstanding
- Quality of education
- Outstanding
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Outstanding
- Personal development
- Outstanding
- Leadership and management
- Outstanding
- Early years provision
- Outstanding
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 5 March 2024
Pupils love attending Abbey Mead Primary Academy. They really appreciate the phenomenal education that this wonderful school provides them. In the early years, children settle quickly and develop a passion for learning. Pupils throughout the school excitedly engage with lessons and enrichment activities. The school's focus on pupils' broader personal development prepares them exceptionally well for their next stages in education and their future lives. Pupils' behaviour is exemplary. There are no distractions to learning. At social times, pupils get along well and play together respectfully. Inspirational staff teach pupils how to grow their 'character muscles'. Pupils recognise that this helps them to be the best they can be. They develop mature attitudes and talk eagerly about their future aspirations. Pupils come from a diverse range of cultural backgrounds. This diversity is respected and valued by all. Pupils gain a deep understanding of a range of faiths and cultures. They joyfully celebrate different festivals together. Pupils proudly take on responsibilities in school and get involved with projects to support the local community. Pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), enjoy activities that allow them to develop their talents in sports, arts and other interests.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
87 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
718 pupils on roll, with places for 740
Schools near Abbey Mead Primary Academy
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Patrick's Catholic Voluntary Academy | 0.4 miles | Ofsted: Good | 43% met the expected standard |
| Catherine Junior School | 0.4 miles | Ofsted: Good | 43% met the expected standard |
| Mellor Community Primary School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | 59% met the expected standard |
| Catherine Infant School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding | Not published |
| Rushey Mead Primary School | 0.6 miles | Ofsted: Good | 46% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- THE MEAD EDUCATIONAL TRUST
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Rebecca Pickard
- Phone
- 01162661809
- Address
- 109 Ross Walk, Leicester, LE4 5HH
- Local authority
- Leicester
- URN
- 147148
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.