Lawn Primary and Nursery School
116%
Capacity
489
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Lawn Primary and Nursery School
Lawn Primary and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Swindon community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 489 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (116% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Lawn Primary and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lindsay Wood, it falls under Swindon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 49% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11031st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 42nd out of 51 in Swindon.
Lawn Primary and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 135 applications for 52 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 48 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 Lawn Primary and Nursery School include Playing Fields, Art Studios, Library, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Gymnastics, Football, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Art Club, Drama, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Swindon, Lawn Primary and Nursery School is one of the options available in the South West 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Cleeve Lawn, Swindon, Swindon, SN3 1LE |
| Headteacher | Lindsay Wood |
| Local Authority | Swindon |
| Number of Pupils | 489 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.2% |
| School Capacity | 489 / 420 (116% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Feb 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 5 Sept 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (49%)
11031st of 13,686
Nationally
1093rd of 1,469
In South West
42nd of 51
In Swindon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
49%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
49%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed52
135
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
48 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lawn Primary and Nursery School
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Contact Information
Cleeve Lawn, Swindon
Swindon, SN3 1LE
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