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Great Bowden Academy, A Church of England Primary School

Gunnsbrook Close, Great Bowden, Market Harborough, LE16 7HZ

A Good-rated primary school in Market Harborough where 60% of pupils met the expected standard at KS2.

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Church of England

Pupils

138

Ages

4-11

FSM

11.6%

Capacity

157

Ofsted

Good

Oct 2024

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

80.0%

Writing

80.0%

Maths

70.0%

RWM Combined

60.0%

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About Great Bowden Academy, A Church of England Primary School

Great Bowden Academy, A Church of England Primary School is a primary school in Market Harborough, Leicestershire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2024 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 42 responses), 95% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 60% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 138 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Gunnsbrook Close, Market Harborough, LE16 7HZ | More schools in Leicestershire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Great Bowden Academy, A Church of England Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Oct 2024 — Good
Sept 2014 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Great Bowden Academy, A Church of England Primary School

What is Great Bowden Academy, A Church of England Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Great Bowden Academy, A Church of England Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.

What do parents say about Great Bowden Academy, A Church of England Primary School?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 42 responses): 95% of parents would recommend Great Bowden Academy, A Church of England Primary School.

What are Great Bowden Academy, A Church of England Primary School's latest exam results?

Great Bowden Academy, A Church of England Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 60% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Great Bowden Academy, A Church of England Primary School located?

Great Bowden Academy, A Church of England Primary School is a primary school in Market Harborough, Leicestershire (LE16 7HZ).

How many pupils attend Great Bowden Academy, A Church of England Primary School?

Great Bowden Academy, A Church of England Primary School has around 138 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Great Bowden Academy, A Church of England Primary School with other schools?

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