Lethbridge Primary School
97%
Capacity
476
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Lethbridge Primary School
Lethbridge Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Swindon community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 476 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 490 places).
Ofsted has rated Lethbridge Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lisa Mayes, it falls under Swindon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 84% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 850th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 51 in Swindon.
Lethbridge Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 157 applications for 70 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 82 were first-preference applications.
Lethbridge Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.1/5 from 4 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Lethbridge Primary School include Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Cross Country, Athletics, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Film Club, Gardening, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Swindon, Lethbridge Primary 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Lethbridge Road, Swindon, Swindon, SN1 4BY |
| Headteacher | Lisa Mayes |
| Local Authority | Swindon |
| Number of Pupils | 476 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.4% |
| School Capacity | 476 / 490 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (24 May 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 10 Jul 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (84%)
850th of 13,686
Nationally
66th of 1,469
In South West
4th of 51
In Swindon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
84%
Expected Standard
21%
Higher Standard
'22/23
75%
'23/24
84%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed70
157
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
82 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Lethbridge Road, Swindon
Swindon, SN1 4BY
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