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Knighton Mead Primary Academy Catchment Area

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

Knighton Mead Primary Academy is a academy converter primary school in Leicester , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 233 pupils, and a capacity of 189 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

233

Pupils

189

Capacity

123%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2016

Knighton Mead Primary Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Knighton Mead Primary Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Leicester. 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: 233 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 189 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 Leicester 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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Knighton Mead Primary Academy — School Information

Full address
Knighton Fields Road West, Leicester, LE2 6LG
Local authority
Leicester
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
47.3% of pupils
DfE URN
142848

Other Primary Schools in Leicester

If Knighton Mead Primary Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Leicester are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Knighton Mead Primary Academy

Is Knighton Mead Primary Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Knighton Mead Primary Academy currently has 233 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 189 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Knighton Mead Primary Academy?

Admission to Knighton Mead Primary Academy is managed by Leicester. 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 Knighton Mead Primary Academy cover?

Knighton Mead Primary Academy is a primary school in Leicester, 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 Knighton Mead Primary Academy?

Knighton Mead Primary Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2016. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.