Elmbrook School, Leicester
Elmbrook School is a pru school for pupils aged 5 to 11 in Leicester. It was rated Good at its last graded Ofsted inspection, in May 2022.
- Ofsted
- Good (2022)
Data last updated 27 Oct 2026
Elmbrook School in detail
Elmbrook School in its own words
From the headteacher's welcome: "At Elmbrook School, we believe that every individual deserves a supportive and inclusive environment where they can thrive. Our commitment to nurturing well-being and fostering personal growth is at the heart of everything we do. We provide tailored resources and a compassionate community, empowering everyone to embrace their unique journey."
Headteacher's welcome (school website)
Source: The school's own website
Who goes there
77.4% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, and 3.2% speak English as an additional language, according to the 2026 school census.
The largest ethnic groups are White British (52%), Mixed (26%) and Asian (7%).
In 2026, 16 pupils (51.6%) received SEN support and 15 (48.4%) had an education, health and care plan. The most common need among them is social, emotional and mental health needs.
Getting there
The nearest railway station is Leicester Rail Station, about 3.2 miles away in a straight line.
11 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Ringwood Road (adjacent), 80 metres away.
The area around the school
In August 2026, police recorded 244 crimes within a mile of the school, most often violence and sexual offences, anti-social behaviour and criminal damage and arson. That is well below the typical figure around schools in Leicester (382).
Sources: DfE school census and special educational needs statistics; NaPTAN (Department for Transport); English Indices of Deprivation 2025 (MHCLG); data.police.uk street-level crime
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 4 years agoOverall
Quality of Education
Behaviour & Attitudes
Personal Development
Leadership & Management
Ofsted Insights
Ofsted rated this school Good at its May 2022 inspection.
Rated Good for
Quality of education, Behaviour & attitudes, Personal development, Leadership & management.
At a Glance
77.4%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
How Does This School Compare?
Ranked against 1 nearby school
Keep up with Elmbrook School
Before and after school care
Elmbrook School is on the Department for Education's free breakfast clubs programme (list updated July 2026), which pays for a free breakfast club for pupils before school. Source: Free breakfast clubs: schools on the programme, Department for Education Free breakfast clubs in Leicester
Getting There
Bus Stops
Free school transport
Check free transport to Elmbrook School from your postcode →
You apply to the council where you live. Elmbrook School is in Leicester; for families living there:
Apply to Leicester for free school transport. Its policy is on the council's website.
Safety and surroundings
Road collisions within 500 m (2021 to 2025)
- Collisions
- 15
- Fatal
- 0
- Serious
- 3
- Children hurt
- 5
Within 500 m of the school's mapped location, police recorded 15 road collisions in which someone was injured in 2021 to 2025: none fatal, 3 serious and 12 slight.
5 children aged 0 to 15 were hurt: 4 on foot and 1 on a bicycle.
8 of the collisions happened on a weekday between 08:00 and 09:30 or 14:45 and 16:30, holidays included.
The typical figure for schools in Leicester is 24.5 (the median across 142 schools, same distance and years).
Serious and slight counts use the Department for Transport's severity adjustment, which allows for changes in how police forces record injuries; they are estimates, rounded to whole numbers. Distances are in a straight line. Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19), Open Government Licence v3.0.
Commute and house prices
Capacity & Demand
Area Demand Pressure - Leicester
Based on MHCLG Live Table 122 (2024-25, last 5 years) for Leicester
Across Leicester council
Places available
4,570
Applications
4,613
Got 1st preference
83.9%
Got preferred school
94.9%
All secondary applications across Leicester council (2026/27), not just this school.
Inspection History(8)
SEND & SEN Provision
SEN Overview
16
SEN Support
15
EHC Plans
100.0%
of Total Pupils
2026 academic year
Provision & Specialist Facilities
Pupils by Need Type
Pupil Demographics
Ethnicity
2026 academic year
Key Indicators
31
Total Pupils
23
Boys
8
Girls
2026 academic year
Workforce
12
Teachers
2.6:1
Pupil-teacher ratio
£60,390
Mean salary
2026 data
Linked Schools
Schools linked by geographic proximity
Questions parents ask about Elmbrook School
What is Elmbrook School's Ofsted rating?
Elmbrook School was rated Good at its most recent Ofsted inspection in May 2022.
What is the catchment area for Elmbrook School?
No fixed boundary. When Elmbrook School is oversubscribed, Leicester allocates places by its published criteria, usually ending with home-to-school distance.
How many pupils go to Elmbrook School?
Elmbrook School has around 31 pupils on roll. 77% are eligible for free school meals.
How do I apply to Elmbrook School?
Apply through Leicester's coordinated admissions process, naming Elmbrook School on your application. The national closing date in England is 31 October for secondary places and 15 January for primary places, in the year before your child starts.
Does Elmbrook School have a breakfast club or after-school club?
Elmbrook School is on the Department for Education's free breakfast clubs programme (list updated July 2026), which pays for a free breakfast club for pupils before school.
How many road collisions happen near Elmbrook School?
Within 500 m of the school's mapped location, police recorded 15 road collisions in which someone was injured in 2021 to 2025: none fatal, 3 serious and 12 slight. 5 children aged 0 to 15 were hurt: 4 on foot and 1 on a bicycle. 8 of the collisions happened on a weekday between 08:00 and 09:30 or 14:45 and 16:30, holidays included. The typical figure for schools in Leicester is 24.5 (the median across 142 schools, same distance and years).
Where is Elmbrook School?
Elmbrook School is at 231 Netherhall Road, Leicester, LE5 1DT.
Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19)