St Simon and St Jude CofE Primary School
Astley Road, Leicester, LE9 7AEOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
St Simon and St Jude CofE Primary School is a primary school in Leicester for ages 4 to 11. It is one of the 324 schools in Leicestershire. It ranks 130th of 138 primary schools in Leicester. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in June 2019.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 25 June 2019, report published 14 July 2019
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 11 February 2025
St Simon and St Jude CofE Primary School has high expectations of the achievement and behaviour of pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Pupils meet these expectations and, as a result, they focus on their learning and achieve well. Pupils are happy and enjoy attending this school. They know who to talk to if they have any worries. The school celebrates success and hard work. Pupils are keen to display positive attitudes to their learning. Behaviour is excellent throughout the school. Pupils who find it harder to meet the school's expectations for behaviour are provided with the help that they need. Pupils show respect for each other. They greet visitors warmly. The school prioritises the personal development of pupils. Pupils develop as individuals through leadership roles such as house captains, well-being ambassadors and sports leaders. They access a wide range of extra-curricular activities and community projects. Pupils develop their skills and interests in sports, music and art beyond the curriculum. The school considers the well-being of pupils. Pupils benefit from the mental health support the school provides. The school teaches pupils how to reflect on their emotions and behaviour. As a result, pupils learn to become resilient and to try their hardest.
What the school should improve
- Some pupils do not attend school regularly enough. As a result, they do not benefit from the curriculum and wider experiences offered by the school. The school should ensure that those pupils who require it receive the necessary support to enable them to attend regularly.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
20 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
140 pupils on roll, with places for 210
Schools near St Simon and St Jude CofE Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Townlands Church of England Primary School | 0.3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 65% met the expected standard |
| Saint Peters Catholic Voluntary Academy | 0.3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 65% met the expected standard |
| Newlands Community Primary School | 0.9 miles | Ofsted: Requires improvement | 43% met the expected standard |
| Barwell Infant School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Barwell Church of England Junior School | 2 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good to outstanding | 48% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy sponsor led
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- RISE MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mrs Jo Westaby
- Phone
- 01455842138
- Address
- Astley Road, Leicester, LE9 7AE
- Local authority
- Leicestershire
- URN
- 139200
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.