Loughton Manor First School
100%
Capacity
231
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Loughton Manor First School
Loughton Manor First School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Milton Keynes community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 231 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 230 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Loughton Manor First School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Daniela Thompson, it falls under Milton Keynes local authority.
Loughton Manor First School is a popular choice with families — it received 168 applications for 60 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 65 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 Loughton Manor First School include Forest School, Library, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cross Country, Athletics, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Drama, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Milton Keynes, Loughton Manor First 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Paynes Drive, Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, MK5 8FA |
| Headteacher | Daniela Thompson |
| Local Authority | Milton Keynes |
| Number of Pupils | 231 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.1% |
| School Capacity | 231 / 230 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
168
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
65 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Paynes Drive, Milton Keynes
Milton Keynes, MK5 8FA
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