Mellor Community Primary School
60 Checketts Road, Leicester, LE4 5EQOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Mellor Community Primary School is a primary school in Leicester for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 136 schools in Leicester. It ranks 73rd of 138 primary schools in Leicester. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in January 2014.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 16 January 2014, report published 7 February 2014
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 12 September 2023
Mellor Community Primary is a joyful and aspirational school. Pupils said that they feel happy and safe. One pupil said, 'All of the adults are very kind and supportive of our dreams and goals.' Pupils are proud of their school. They enjoy taking part in local community events and celebrations. The school has high expectations of all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and those who are disadvantaged. These expectations are consistently modelled and upheld. Pupils show high levels of focus in lessons. They are well-mannered and respectful of each other and staff. Behaviour is exemplary. The school uses highly effective, tailored approaches to support pupils who have complex behavioural needs. As a result, these pupils successfully access their learning. Pupils understand what bullying is, including cyber-bullying. Pupils know that bullying is not tolerated. The approach to bullying is considerate of both victim and perpetrator. The school effectively manages a local community and arts centre. This provides a wide range of exciting learning opportunities and experiences for pupils. Pupils benefit from working with an artist-in-residence. They also attend deepening learning courses, in a range of subjects.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
91 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
578 pupils on roll, with places for 695
Schools near Mellor Community Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rushey Mead Primary School | 0.3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 46% met the expected standard |
| Saint Patrick's Catholic Voluntary Academy | 0.3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 43% met the expected standard |
| Abbey Mead Primary Academy | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding | 70% met the expected standard |
| Wyvern Primary School | 0.5 miles | Report card: Expected standard | 65% met the expected standard |
| Belgrave St Peter's CofE Primary School | 0.6 miles | Ofsted: Good | 45% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Community school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mrs Nicola Foster
- Phone
- 01162946099
- Address
- 60 Checketts Road, Leicester, LE4 5EQ
- Local authority
- Leicester
- URN
- 120073
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.