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Overdale Junior School

Eastcourt Road, Knighton, Leicester, LE2 3YA

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Pupils

480

Ages

7-11

FSM

12.9%

Capacity

490

Ofsted

Good

Sept 2022

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

79.0%

Writing

72.0%

Maths

81.0%

RWM Combined

62.0%

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About Overdale Junior School

Overdale Junior School is a primary school in Leicester, Leicester. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2022 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 62% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 480 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Eastcourt Road, Leicester, LE2 3YA | More schools in Leicester

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Overdale Junior School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Sept 2022 — School remains Good
Sept 2013 — Good (predecessor: Overdale Junior School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Overdale Junior School

What is Overdale Junior School's Ofsted rating?

Overdale Junior School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2022 inspection.

What are Overdale Junior School's latest exam results?

Overdale Junior School: KS2 2024/25: 62% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Overdale Junior School located?

Overdale Junior School is a primary school in Leicester, Leicester (LE2 3YA).

How many pupils attend Overdale Junior School?

Overdale Junior School has around 480 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Overdale Junior School with other schools?

View Overdale Junior 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 Leicester.