Lakeside Primary School

About Lakeside Primary School

Lakeside Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Cheltenham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 530 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 630 places).

Ofsted has rated Lakeside Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jon Moss, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9818th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 22 in Cheltenham.

Lakeside Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 187 applications for 60 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 68 were first-preference applications.

Lakeside Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 98% recommending the school (157 responses).

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Lakeside Primary School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Forest School, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Gymnastics, Rounders, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Cheltenham, Lakeside 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.

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