Lansdowne Primary Academy
94%
Capacity
693
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Lansdowne Primary Academy
Lansdowne Primary Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the Thurrock community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 693 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 734 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Lansdowne Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Dan George, it falls under Thurrock local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7237th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 24th out of 39 in Thurrock.
Lansdowne Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 105 applications for 72 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 71 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Lansdowne Primary Academy include Library, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Netball, Athletics, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Chess, Book Club, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 48.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Thurrock, Lansdowne Primary Academy is one of the options available in the East of England 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 | None |
| Address | Lansdowne Road, Tilbury, Thurrock, RM18 7QB |
| Headteacher | Dan George |
| Local Authority | Thurrock |
| Number of Pupils | 693 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 48.2% |
| School Capacity | 693 / 734 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 May 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7237th of 13,686
Nationally
778th of 1,612
In East of England
24th of 39
In Thurrock
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
51%
'23/24
62%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
4Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed72
105
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
71 families put this school as their 1st choice (68% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lansdowne Primary Academy
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Contact Information
Lansdowne Road, Tilbury
Thurrock, RM18 7QB
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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