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Cosby Primary School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Cosby Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Leicester, Leicestershire , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 281 pupils, and a capacity of 280 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

281

Pupils

280

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

Cosby Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Cosby Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Leicestershire. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 281 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 280 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Leicestershire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Cosby Primary School — School Information

Full address
Portland Street, Cosby, Leicester, LE9 1TE
Local authority
Leicestershire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
14.9% of pupils
DfE URN
138528

Other Primary Schools in Leicester

If Cosby Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Leicester are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Cosby Primary School

Is Cosby Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Cosby Primary School currently has 281 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 280 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Cosby Primary School?

Admission to Cosby Primary School is managed by Leicestershire. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Cosby Primary School cover?

Cosby Primary School is a primary school in Leicester, Leicestershire, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Cosby Primary School?

Cosby Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.