What counts as an independent primary school option in Leicester?

These pages use the Independent sector in the live school data, which typically includes fee-paying schools and other privately run institutions.

Can I compare independent and state primary schools in Leicester?

Yes. Use this page for the independent subset, then return to the main Leicester hub to compare the wider market including state-funded options.

Do independent primary schools in Leicester appear on the map too?

Yes. The map section uses the same filtered school set as the ranking list, so you can review location and nearby alternatives without leaving the page.

Best Independent Primary Schools in Leicester

Schools in the Leicester built-up area. Compare prep and independent primary schools with location-specific rankings, map views and neighbourhood breakdowns. This page currently lists 12 schools in Leicester. Schools featured here include Al-Aqsa School, Al-Islamia Institute for Education and Darul Madinah Leicester Ltd.

Key Performance Metrics for Leicester

% students reaching expected standard in reading, writing & maths

Leicester61%

England62%

% students achieving higher standard in reading, writing & maths

Leicester6%

England8%

% students reaching expected standard in science

Leicester79%

England82%

Average FMS Inspection Score (out of 10)

Leicester7.1/10

England7.3/10

% students reaching expected standard in reading, writing & maths

Leicester

61%vsEngland

62%

% students achieving higher standard in reading, writing & maths

Leicester

6%vsEngland

% students reaching expected standard in science

Leicester

79%vsEngland

82%

Average FMS Inspection Score (out of 10)

Leicester

7.1/10vsEngland

7.3/10

Top schools in Leicester

Showing 1-12 of 12 schools

Al-Aqsa School
Belgrave
Al-Islamia Institute for Education
Evington
ADGrades not where they should be?We match your child with a qualified GCSE or A-Level tutor.5.0·108 Google reviewsFind my tutor →
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Darul Madinah Leicester Ltd
Leicester
ADGrades not where they should be?We match your child with a qualified GCSE or A-Level tutor.5.0·108 Google reviewsFind my tutor →
ADTHE DEGREE GAPGrades not where they
should be?5.0 · 108 reviewsFind my tutor →
Emmanuel Christian School
Braunstone
Jameah Academy
Spinney Hills
Jameah Boys Academy
Belgrave
Land of Learning Primary School
Evington
Leicester High School for Girls
Stoneygate
Leicester Islamic Academy
Stoneygate
Leicester Preparatory School
Stoneygate
St Crispin's School
Stoneygate
The Imam Muhammad Adam Institute School
Belgrave