Lime Tree Primary School and Nursery
Merstham, RH1 3LH · Surrey · primary school
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43rd of 203 primary schools in Surrey we can score, 296 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 3,836 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.3/10 among them, against 5.8/10 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 | 69.0 · 63 | 40% | 2.54 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 34% | 3.30 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.29 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Lime Tree Primary School and Nursery overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 69.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0%, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in July 2022. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.3 out of 10 among them, against 5.8 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Art Sparks, Camp Glide, Glide, CW Ballet & Dance, Playball, SMA Karate, Step-In Time Musical Theatre School, Star-tastic Gymnastics, Wacky Wickets, and Athletix Kidz. An after-school club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 445 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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
What specific support is provided for pupils who do not reach the expected standard? How has the curriculum evolved since the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Lime Tree Primary School and Nursery
Overview
This is an exceptional school where pupils and staff are proud to be part of a community defined by strong values. Leaders’ focus on courage, responsibility, cooperation, and resilience has created an environment in which pupils thrive and mature into curious, articulate individuals. The report describes a school where a sense of partnership unites the community and pupils feel valued and safe.
Strengths
- The curriculum is carefully constructed to meet pupils’ needs, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, ensuring they secure "broad and deep knowledge across all subjects."
- Staff deliver high-quality professional development and expertly check what pupils remember, setting follow-up work at the "precisely the right level of challenge."
- Reading is a high priority; staff are experts in helping children master phonics, and those who struggle are "quickly identified and given the help they need to catch up quickly."
- Pupils develop an "impressive vocabulary" and can discuss complex topics with "remarkable eloquence, insight and knowledge."
- Leaders promote personal development effectively, ensuring pupils have a "strong sense of equality" and see difference as positive through activities like the parents’ cultural committee.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with well-trained staff who have detailed knowledge of how to identify concerns and positive relationships that help them quickly spot when "all is not well."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 59% |
| 2023/24 | 65% |
| 2024/25 | 69% |
| 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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
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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