Lydden Primary School

About Lydden Primary School

Lydden Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Dover community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 78 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 84 places).

Ofsted has rated Lydden Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Carla Lintott, it falls under Kent local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3741st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 37 in Dover.

Lydden Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 51 applications for 10 places, making it 5.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 9 were first-preference applications.

Lydden Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 85% recommending the school (27 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 Lydden Primary School include ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Forest School, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Gymnastics, Football, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Science Club, Choir and 1 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Dover, Lydden Primary 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.

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