Lordship Farm Primary School
99%
Capacity
446
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Lordship Farm Primary School
Lordship Farm Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Hertfordshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 446 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 450 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Lordship Farm Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Julie Petitt, it falls under Hertfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4203rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 38 in North Hertfordshire.
Lordship Farm Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 146 applications for 60 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 63 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Lordship Farm Primary School include Library, Forest School, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Cricket, Football, Rounders, as well as clubs including Choir, Coding, Gardening, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Hertfordshire, Lordship Farm Primary School 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 | Fouracres, Letchworth Garden City, North Hertfordshire, SG6 3UF |
| Headteacher | Julie Petitt |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 446 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.0% |
| School Capacity | 446 / 450 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Feb 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (2 Feb 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 27 Mar 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4203rd of 13,686
Nationally
438th of 1,612
In East of England
15th of 38
In North Hertfordshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
70%
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
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
146
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
63 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Fouracres, Letchworth Garden City
North Hertfordshire, SG6 3UF
Fouracres, Letchworth Garden City
North Hertfordshire, SG6 3UF
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