Lakeside Primary School
93%
Capacity
196
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Lakeside Primary School
Lakeside Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Tamworth community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 196 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Lakeside Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Neil Probert, it falls under Staffordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 76% 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 2403rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 21 in Tamworth.
Lakeside Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 66 applications for 30 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 Lakeside Primary School include Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Library, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Gymnastics, Dance, Swimming, as well as clubs including Science Club, Chess, Book Club, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 31.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tamworth, Lakeside Primary School is one of the options available in the West Midlands 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Leyland Road, Tamworth, Tamworth, B77 2SA |
| Headteacher | Neil Probert |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 196 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 31.6% |
| School Capacity | 196 / 210 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Jun 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (29 Jun 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Jul 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (76%)
2403rd of 13,686
Nationally
239th of 1,378
In West Midlands
1st of 21
In Tamworth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
76%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
76%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
66
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
30 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Leyland Road, Tamworth
Tamworth, B77 2SA
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