Lakeside Primary School
Cheltenham, GL51 6HR · Gloucestershire · primary school
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143rd of 218 primary schools in Gloucestershire we can score, 241 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 4,247 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.7/10 among them, against 3.7/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 52.0 · 22 | 40% | 0.88 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 9.0 · 61 | 25% | 1.53 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Lakeside Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 52.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 9.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2025. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.7 out of 10 among them, against 3.7 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join piano, ukulele, guitar, and iRock clubs.
Getting in
The published school roll is 511 pupils against a stated capacity of 540. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific strategies are used to raise attainment in writing? How are the music clubs integrated into the wider curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Lakeside Primary School
Overview
Lakeside Primary School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. The report describes a ‘happy, welcoming and inclusive school’ where pupils are ‘polite, friendly and hard-working’. Leaders and staff share high aspirations, fostering a strong sense of teamwork and high staff morale.
Strengths
- The school provides a ‘rich curriculum with exciting experiences’, such as creating a ‘rain garden’ and visiting a Roman villa, which motivate pupils to learn.
- Reading is prioritised with ‘consistently strong’ teaching; pupils achieve particularly well in this subject and enjoy reading for pleasure.
- Pastoral provision is ‘well planned and highly effective’, with specific support like ‘The Den’ helping pupils manage emotions and improve attendance.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive ‘sharply focused teaching’ and make good progress from their starting points.
- Parents rate the school highly, commenting on the ‘fantastic school’ and ‘wonderful staff’ who help children thrive.
Areas to improve
- Some disadvantaged pupils and some pupils with SEND do not attend school as regularly as they should, missing out on vital education and limiting their potential.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 58% |
| 2023/24 | 53% |
| 2024/25 | 52% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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