Best 3 Secondary schools in Leicester – comparison
Comparison of secondary schools: Brook Mead Academy (Secondary) in Leicester; Castle Mead Academy (Secondary) in Leicester; Rushey Mead Academy (Secondary) in Leicester — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.
At a glance
This page compares Brook Mead Academy, Castle Mead Academy and Rushey Mead Academy. They are secondary phase and free schools and academy converter type located around Leicester, Leicestershire and Leicester. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Brook Mead Academy), published May 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Brook Mead Academy (May 2024). average roll around ≈ 1,300, combined total ≈ 3,850, typical FSM 30–35%, range 20–25%–40–45%; all within the THE MEAD EDUCATIONAL TRUST trust.
| Attribute |
Brook Mead Academy
LE3 5QS
|
Castle Mead Academy
LE3 5QT
|
Rushey Mead Academy
LE4 7AN
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Phase / Type | Secondary • Free schools | Secondary • Free schools | Secondary • Academy converter |
| Location |
Leicester Leicestershire LE3 5QS |
Leicester LE3 5QT |
Leicester Leicestershire LE4 7AN |
| Latest Ofsted | 1 7 May 2024 | 1 16 Nov 2023 | 1 9 May 2022 |
| Ofsted report | — | — | — |
| Pupils (roll) | ≈ 850 🔒 Unlock exact pupils | ≈ 1,250 🔒 Unlock exact pupils | ≈ 1,800 🔒 Unlock exact pupils |
| FSM % | 25–30% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM % | 40–45% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM % | 20–25% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM % |
| Capacity | 1200 | 1200 | 1620 |
| Capacity utilisation | Under capacity 🔒 View exact % | Near capacity 🔒 View exact % | Over capacity 🔒 View exact % |
| Age range | — | — | — |
| Gender | Mixed | Mixed | Mixed |
| Admissions policy | Non-selective | Non-selective | Non-selective |
| Trust / Local authority | THE MEAD EDUCATIONAL TRUST | THE MEAD EDUCATIONAL TRUST | THE MEAD EDUCATIONAL TRUST |
| Website | www.brook-tmet.uk | www.castle-tmet.uk | www.rushey-tmet.uk |
| Telephone | 01164827195 | 01162143150 | 01162663730 |
| SEN provision | None reported | None reported | None reported |
| Profile | View profile | View profile | View profile |
Brook Mead Academy
LE3 5QS
- Phase / Type
- Secondary • Free schools
- Location
- Leicester
Leicestershire
LE3 5QS - Ofsted
- 1 7 May 2024
- Pupils
- ≈ 850 🔒 Exact value
- FSM %
- 25–30% 🔒 Exact %
- Trust / LA
- THE MEAD EDUCATIONAL TRUST
- Website
- www.brook-tmet.uk
- Telephone
- 01164827195
Castle Mead Academy
LE3 5QT
- Phase / Type
- Secondary • Free schools
- Location
- Leicester
LE3 5QT - Ofsted
- 1 16 Nov 2023
- Pupils
- ≈ 1,250 🔒 Exact value
- FSM %
- 40–45% 🔒 Exact %
- Trust / LA
- THE MEAD EDUCATIONAL TRUST
- Website
- www.castle-tmet.uk
- Telephone
- 01162143150
Rushey Mead Academy
LE4 7AN
- Phase / Type
- Secondary • Academy converter
- Location
- Leicester
Leicestershire
LE4 7AN - Ofsted
- 1 9 May 2022
- Pupils
- ≈ 1,800 🔒 Exact value
- FSM %
- 20–25% 🔒 Exact %
- Trust / LA
- THE MEAD EDUCATIONAL TRUST
- Website
- www.rushey-tmet.uk
- Telephone
- 01162663730
Map of compared schools
How are these comparisons built?
We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date
when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.
What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?
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We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.
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How should I choose a school?
Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs.
Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s
admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.
What should I look for when comparing schools?
Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context;
scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority
for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.