Lodge Farm Primary School
Stevenage, SG2 0HP · Hertfordshire · primary school
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332nd of 337 primary schools in Hertfordshire we can score, 398 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 3,905 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.3/10 among them, against 0.8/10 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 | 37.0 · 6 | 62% | 0.37 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 38% | 0.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Lodge Farm Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 37.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 0.3 out of 10 among them, against 0.8 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Young Voices choir and attend an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 386 pupils against a stated capacity of 435. 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 core subjects? What specific activities take place during the after-school club? How does the school monitor progress for pupils in the Young Voices choir?
What Ofsted said about Lodge Farm Primary School
Overview
Pupils at Lodge Farm Primary School benefit from strong relationships with staff and a culture of kindness, resulting in good behaviour and personal development. However, the quality of education and leadership require improvement due to inconsistent teaching standards and ineffective use of assessment across many subjects. While early years provision is good, varying approaches to teaching limit pupils’ progress and prevent them from achieving as well as they could.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "consistently positive behaviour" and interact politely, creating a "respectful and purposeful learning environment."
- The school prioritises emotional well-being, providing "calm corners" and teaching effective calming techniques to help pupils manage their feelings.
- Early years staff create "stimulating environments" that encourage imaginative play, social interaction, and a firm grasp of mathematical foundations.
- Reading is taught effectively through a "highly structured phonics programme," enabling pupils to read with confidence and fluency.
- Personal development is supported by enrichment clubs and charity projects that teach pupils to "value diversity" and show compassion.
Areas to improve
- Teachers in many subjects do not use assessment well to identify knowledge gaps or inform teaching, limiting pupil progress.
- Staff do not teach the curriculum consistently well, leading to varying teaching approaches and unequal learning outcomes, particularly for pupils with SEND.
Safeguarding
The report states that "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 | 48% |
| 2023/24 | 48% |
| 2024/25 | 37% |
| 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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