Lakefield CofE Primary School
94%
Capacity
197
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Lakefield CofE Primary School
Lakefield CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Stroud community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 197 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Lakefield CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ian Williams, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2806th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 52 in Stroud.
Lakefield CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 37 applications for 26 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 were first-preference applications.
Lakefield CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 90% recommending the school (117 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Lakefield CofE Primary School include ICT Suite, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Athletics, Dance, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Science Club, Coding, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.7%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stroud, Lakefield CofE Primary School is one of the options available in the South West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Lake Lane, Gloucester, Stroud, GL2 7HG |
| Headteacher | Ian Williams |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 197 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.7% |
| School Capacity | 197 / 210 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Jun 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 Jun 2025): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 12 Jul 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2806th of 13,686
Nationally
242nd of 1,469
In South West
11th of 52
In Stroud
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
Expected Standard
18%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
75%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
117 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
37
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (70% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Lake Lane, Gloucester
Stroud, GL2 7HG
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