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Bishop Ellis Catholic Voluntary Academy

Barkby Thorpe Lane, Thurmaston, Leicester, LE4 8GP

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Roman Catholic
Pupils
241
Ages
5-11
FSM
15.4%
Capacity
341
Ofsted
Good
Jun 2012

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading
59.0%
Writing
81.0%
Maths
69.0%
RWM Combined
53.0%

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About Bishop Ellis Catholic Voluntary Academy

Bishop Ellis Catholic Voluntary Academy is a primary school in Leicester, Leicestershire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2012 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 53% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 241 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Barkby Thorpe Lane, Leicester, LE4 8GP | More schools in Leicestershire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Bishop Ellis Catholic Voluntary Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. May 2025 — Standards maintained
  2. Jun 2012 — Good (predecessor: Bishop Ellis Catholic Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Bishop Ellis Catholic Voluntary Academy

What is Bishop Ellis Catholic Voluntary Academy's Ofsted rating?
Bishop Ellis Catholic Voluntary Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2012 inspection.
What are Bishop Ellis Catholic Voluntary Academy's latest exam results?
Bishop Ellis Catholic Voluntary Academy: KS2 2024/25: 53% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Bishop Ellis Catholic Voluntary Academy located?
Bishop Ellis Catholic Voluntary Academy is a primary school in Leicester, Leicestershire (LE4 8GP).
How many pupils attend Bishop Ellis Catholic Voluntary Academy?
Bishop Ellis Catholic Voluntary Academy has around 241 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Bishop Ellis Catholic Voluntary Academy with other schools?
View Bishop Ellis Catholic Voluntary 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.