Lantern Lane Primary and Nursery School
99%
Capacity
416
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Lantern Lane Primary and Nursery School
Lantern Lane Primary and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Rushcliffe community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 416 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Lantern Lane Primary and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Peter Fowlie, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6369th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 25th out of 32 in Rushcliffe.
Lantern Lane Primary and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 75 applications for 34 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
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 Lantern Lane Primary and Nursery School include Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Netball, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Book Club, Science Club, Drama, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.4%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rushcliffe, Lantern Lane Primary and Nursery School is one of the options available in the East 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Lantern Lane, Loughborough, Rushcliffe, LE12 6QN |
| Headteacher | Peter Fowlie |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 416 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.4% |
| School Capacity | 416 / 420 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Dec 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (7 Dec 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 28 Nov 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6369th of 13,686
Nationally
573rd of 1,353
In East Midlands
25th of 32
In Rushcliffe
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
64%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed34
75
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
34 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
Lantern Lane, Loughborough
Rushcliffe, LE12 6QN
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