Lime Tree Primary School
54%
Capacity
227
Pupils
4.4x
Demand
About Lime Tree Primary School
Lime Tree Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Kingston upon Thames community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 227 pupils on roll, operating at 54% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Lime Tree Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sue Hawker, it falls under Kingston upon Thames local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9579th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 27 in Kingston upon Thames.
Lime Tree Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 131 applications for 30 places, making it 4.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
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 Lime Tree Primary School include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sensory Room.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Netball, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Science Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.9%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Kingston upon Thames, Lime Tree Primary School is one of the options available in the London 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 | None |
| Address | South Bank Terrace, Kingston upon Thames, Kingston upon Thames, KT6 6DG |
| Headteacher | Sue Hawker |
| Local Authority | Kingston upon Thames |
| Number of Pupils | 227 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.9% |
| School Capacity | 227 / 420 (54% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9579th of 13,686
Nationally
1378th of 1,592
In London
22nd of 27
In Kingston upon Thames
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
49%
'23/24
54%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
4Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
131
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (21% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lime Tree Primary School
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Contact Information
South Bank Terrace, Kingston upon Thames
Kingston upon Thames, KT6 6DG
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