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Desford Community Primary School

Kirkby Road, Desford, Leicester, LE9 9JH

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Pupils

382

Ages

5-11

FSM

12.3%

Capacity

420

Ofsted

Good

May 2025

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

78.0%

Writing

76.0%

Maths

82.0%

RWM Combined

71.0%

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About Desford Community Primary School

Desford Community Primary School is a primary school in Leicester, Leicestershire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2025 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 71% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 382 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Kirkby Road, Leicester, LE9 9JH | More schools in Leicestershire

Ofsted inspection history

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

May 2025 — Good
Sept 2012 — Good (predecessor: Desford Community Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Desford Community Primary School

What is Desford Community Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Desford Community Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2025 inspection.

What are Desford Community Primary School's latest exam results?

Desford Community Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 71% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Desford Community Primary School located?

Desford Community Primary School is a primary school in Leicester, Leicestershire (LE9 9JH).

How many pupils attend Desford Community Primary School?

Desford Community Primary School has around 382 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Desford Community Primary School with other schools?

View Desford Community 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.