Cobden Primary School & Community Centre

About Cobden Primary School & Community Centre

Cobden Primary School is a large school in the heart of Loughborough. We are a primary school that enjoys the benefits of working as part of a group of schools called The Bradgate Education Partnership (BEP). We work collaboratively with primary and secondary schools as part of these arrangements, regularly sharing practices, ideas, and resources.

Key Facts

Head/Principal Mrs Kate Litchfield

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.7

Teaching Quality 4.3

Communication 4.7

Student Wellbeing 4.3

Facilities 4.7

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 24 responses • 6.4% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

91.7% positive 8.4% negative

My child feels safe at this school

91.7% positive 4.2% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

62.5% positive 33.4% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

75% positive 16.6% negative

My child does well at this school

91.6% positive 8.3% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 24 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

17.1

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

36.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 4

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Emily B. Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"A Joy to Watch Our Children Thrive!"

We've been at Cobden Primary for 3 years now and it's been an incredible experience. The staff are incredibly supportive, the facilities are amazing, and the values of the school really shine through. My child has grown so much and I couldn't be prouder!

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Kirsty G. Unconfirmed

Parent Mar 10, 2022

4.0

"Some Great Aspects, But Room for Improvement"

Overall, we've had a good experience at Cobden Primary. The school's partnerships with local groups and organizations are really impressive, and the staff are generally supportive. However, we've sometimes found the communication with teachers to be a bit inconsistent, which can be frustrating. With a bit more focus on this area, I think the school could really excel.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Rachael S. Unconfirmed

Parent Jan 20, 2022

4.0

"A Warm and Welcoming School"

We're really happy with Cobden Primary so far. The staff are friendly and approachable, and the facilities are great. My child loves the outdoor learning spaces and the school's emphasis on healthy wellbeing and positive behaviour is something we really appreciate.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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David M. Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 15, 2021

5.0

"Excellent Education and Community"

My children attended Cobden Primary from Reception to Year 6 and had a fantastic time. The school's focus on individual needs and high-quality education really paid off, and they both thrived. We also appreciated the strong sense of community and the many extracurricular activities available.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 5/5

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