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Limehurst Academy

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Limehurst Academy

Bridge Street, Loughborough, LE11 1NH

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Pupils
651
Ages
11-16
FSM
34.7%
Attainment 8
48.1
Ofsted
Good
Apr 2013

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
48.1
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
23.9%
Basics 9-5
53.5%

Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

9–7% / 9–5% / 9–4% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
75.2%
EBacc APS
4.60
EBacc 9-5
29.5%
EBacc 9-4
45.0%
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About Limehurst Academy

Limehurst Academy is a secondary school in Loughborough, Leicestershire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2013 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 48.1. The school has around 651 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Bridge Street, Loughborough, LE11 1NH | More schools in Leicestershire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Limehurst Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Apr 2022 — School remains Good
  2. Apr 2013 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Limehurst Academy

What is Limehurst Academy's Ofsted rating?
Limehurst Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2013 inspection.
What are Limehurst Academy's latest exam results?
Limehurst Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 48.1. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Limehurst Academy located?
Limehurst Academy is a secondary school in Loughborough, Leicestershire (LE11 1NH).
How many pupils attend Limehurst Academy?
Limehurst Academy has around 651 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Limehurst Academy with other schools?
View Limehurst Academy's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Leicestershire.