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The Merton Primary School

Cherry Drive, Syston, Leicester, LE7 2PT

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Pupils

416

Ages

5-11

FSM

11.1%

Capacity

420

Ofsted

Good

Jan 2025

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

73.0%

Writing

66.0%

Maths

76.0%

RWM Combined

58.0%

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About The Merton Primary School

The Merton Primary School is a primary school in Leicester, Leicestershire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2025 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 58% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 416 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Cherry Drive, Leicester, LE7 2PT | More schools in Leicestershire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for The Merton Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Jan 2025 — Good
Nov 2023 — School remains Good (Improving) - S5 Next
Jun 2014 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about The Merton Primary School

What is The Merton Primary School's Ofsted rating?

The Merton Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2025 inspection.

What are The Merton Primary School's latest exam results?

The Merton Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 58% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is The Merton Primary School located?

The Merton Primary School is a primary school in Leicester, Leicestershire (LE7 2PT).

How many pupils attend The Merton Primary School?

The Merton Primary School has around 416 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare The Merton Primary School with other schools?

View The Merton Primary School'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.