Lydney Church of England Community School
100%
Capacity
209
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Lydney Church of England Community School
Lydney Church of England Community School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Forest of Dean community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 209 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Lydney Church of England Community School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Laura Bailey, it falls under Gloucestershire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5326th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 39 in Forest of Dean.
Lydney Church of England Community School is a popular choice with families — it received 58 applications for 27 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Lydney Church of England Community School include Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Library, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Tennis, Rounders, Athletics, as well as clubs including Coding, Eco Club, Chess, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.0%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Forest of Dean, Lydney Church of England Community School is one of the options available in the South West 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Bream Road, Lydney, Forest of Dean, GL15 5JH |
| Headteacher | Laura Bailey |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Number of Pupils | 209 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.0% |
| School Capacity | 209 / 210 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Sept 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 11 Jun 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5326th of 13,686
Nationally
488th of 1,469
In South West
8th of 39
In Forest of Dean
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
67%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
58
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lydney Church of England Community School
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Contact Information
Bream Road, Lydney
Forest of Dean, GL15 5JH
Journey to School
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