Lawford Mead Primary & Nursery
97%
Capacity
409
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Lawford Mead Primary & Nursery
Lawford Mead Primary & Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Chelmsford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 409 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Lawford Mead Primary & Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Matthew Poyton, it falls under Essex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8914th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 32nd out of 41 in Chelmsford.
Lawford Mead Primary & Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 99 applications for 60 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 44 were first-preference applications.
Lawford Mead Primary & Nursery parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 81% recommending the school (43 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Lawford Mead Primary & Nursery include Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Netball, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Chess, Gardening, Film Club, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 42.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Chelmsford, Lawford Mead Primary & Nursery 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Trent Road, Chelmsford, Chelmsford, CM1 2JH |
| Headteacher | Matthew Poyton |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 409 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 42.3% |
| School Capacity | 409 / 420 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Feb 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8914th of 13,686
Nationally
974th of 1,612
In East of England
32nd of 41
In Chelmsford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
57%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
43 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
99
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
44 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lawford Mead Primary & Nursery
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Contact Information
Trent Road, Chelmsford
Chelmsford, CM1 2JH
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