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Lansdowne Primary School

Lansdowne Primary School

Swale, ME10 3BHPrimary School·Ages 4-11
Goodby Ofsted

98%

Capacity

410

Pupils

2.1x

Demand

About Lansdowne Primary School

Lansdowne Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Swale community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 410 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 420 places).

Ofsted has rated Lansdowne Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rachel Sullivan, it falls under Kent local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 80% 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 1479th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 48 in Swale.

Lansdowne Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 125 applications for 59 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 58 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Lansdowne Primary School include Library, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Rounders, Tennis, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Art Club, Coding, Eco Club and 1 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 36.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Swale, Lansdowne Primary School is one of the options available in the South East 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 Range4 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressGladstone Drive, Sittingbourne, Swale, ME10 3BH
HeadteacherRachel Sullivan
Local AuthorityKent
Number of Pupils410
Free School Meals (FSM)36.3%
School Capacity410 / 420 (98% full)

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

13 Dec 2022
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Overall Effectiveness

Good

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

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Outstanding

Source: Ofsted, 8 Feb 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (80%)

1479th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 25%

193rd of 2,034

In South East

Top 10%

6th of 48

In Swale

Top 25%

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

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

80%

Expected Standard

5%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 108
Expected:85%
Higher:32%
Writing
Expected:82%
Higher:15%
MathsAvg Score: 106
Expected:83%
Higher:15%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeStable -2%

'22/23

82%

'23/24

80%

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

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageHearingLearning Difficulty

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

Facilities

8
LibraryMusic RoomsGymnasiumSensory RoomDining HallArt StudiosICT SuiteChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

12

Sports

SwimmingRoundersTennisFootballDanceCricketAthletics

Clubs & Activities

Film ClubArt ClubCodingEco ClubBook Club

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

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

59

Applications

125

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio2.1x
0x1x2x3x5x+

58 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Lansdowne Primary School

Lansdowne Primary School 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

01795423752www.lansdowne.kent.sch.uk/

Gladstone Drive, Sittingbourne

Swale, ME10 3BH

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Gladstone Drive, Sittingbourne

Swale, ME10 3BH

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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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