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Heath Lane Academy

Heath Lane, Earl Shilton, Leicester, LE9 7PD

A Good-rated secondary school in Leicester.

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Pupils

674

Ages

11-16

FSM

30.7%

Attainment 8

39.9

Ofsted

Good

Jul 2019

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8

39.9

Progress 8?

N/A

9-7 Grades

9.7%

Basics 9-5

33.6%

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

19.7%

EBacc APS

3.42

EBacc 9-5

4.4%

EBacc 9-4

8.0%

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About Heath Lane Academy

Heath Lane Academy is a secondary school in Leicester, Leicestershire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2019 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 101 responses), 63% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 39.9. The school has around 674 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Heath Lane, Leicester, LE9 7PD | More schools in Leicestershire

Ofsted inspection history

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

Feb 2025 — Standards maintained
Jul 2019 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Schools near Heath Lane Academy

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Frequently asked questions about Heath Lane Academy

What is Heath Lane Academy's Ofsted rating?

Heath Lane Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2019 inspection.

What do parents say about Heath Lane Academy?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 101 responses): 63% of parents would recommend Heath Lane Academy.

What are Heath Lane Academy's latest exam results?

Heath Lane Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 39.9. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Heath Lane Academy located?

Heath Lane Academy is a secondary school in Leicester, Leicestershire (LE9 7PD).

How many pupils attend Heath Lane Academy?

Heath Lane Academy has around 674 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Heath Lane Academy with other schools?

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