Lordswood School
97%
Capacity
407
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Lordswood School
Lordswood School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Medway community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 407 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Jayne Lusinski, it falls under Medway local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4974th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 55 in Medway.
Lordswood School is a popular choice with families — it received 148 applications for 54 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 52 were first-preference applications.
Lordswood School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.6/5 from 1 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 92% recommending the school (52 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Lordswood School include Forest School, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cross Country, Cricket, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Art Club, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.0%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Medway, Lordswood School is one of the options available in the South East 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 | Lordswood Lane, Chatham, Medway, ME5 8NN |
| Headteacher | Jayne Lusinski |
| Local Authority | Medway |
| Number of Pupils | 407 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.0% |
| School Capacity | 407 / 420 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Jul 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Sept 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
4974th of 13,686
Nationally
693rd of 2,034
In South East
21st of 55
In Medway
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
68%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
52 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed54
148
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
52 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lordswood School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Lordswood Lane, Chatham
Medway, ME5 8NN
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