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Lansdowne Primary Academy

Lansdowne Primary Academy

Thurrock, RM18 7QBPrimary School·Ages 3-11
Goodby Ofsted

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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range3 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterNone
AddressLansdowne Road, Tilbury, Thurrock, RM18 7QB
HeadteacherDan George
Local AuthorityThurrock
Number of Pupils693
Free School Meals (FSM)48.2%
School Capacity693 / 734 (94% full)
Nursery ClassesYes

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

9 Mar 2022
View Report

Overall Effectiveness

Good

Unchanged
Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Good

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

Top 53%

778th of 1,612

In East of England

Top 50%

24th of 39

In Thurrock

Top 62%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

62%

Expected Standard

9%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 104
Expected:64%
Higher:16%
Writing
Expected:76%
Higher:17%
MathsAvg Score: 105
Expected:77%
Higher:22%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeImproving +11%

'22/23

51%

'23/24

62%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

Resourced Provision
AutismMental HealthSpeech & LanguageVisionPhysicalLearning DifficultyResourced ProvisionOther

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

4
LibraryGymnasiumOutdoor PlaygroundSensory Room

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

12

Sports

Cross CountryNetballAthleticsSwimmingRoundersCricket

Clubs & Activities

ChoirChessBook ClubScience ClubGardeningArt Club

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

72

Applications

105

Balanced

Applications roughly match available places

Applications to places ratio1.5x
0x1x2x3x5x+

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

Lansdowne Primary Academy has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01375487200www.theglc-lansdowne.org.uk

Lansdowne Road, Tilbury

Thurrock, RM18 7QB

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Lansdowne Road, Tilbury

Thurrock, RM18 7QB

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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