Loders CofE Primary Academy

About Loders CofE Primary Academy

Loders CE Primary Academy is a Church school that believes that everyone is a unique individual created by God. We strive to nurture and develop everyone’s unique God-given talents in a supportive, loving environment. We promote learning that is active and creative and encourage children to embrace challenges.

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Key Facts

Founded 1869

Head/Principal Claire Pooley

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 5.0

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 5.0

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 24 responses • 32.9% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

100% positive

My child feels safe at this school

100% positive

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

100% positive

The school has high expectations for my child

95.9% positive 4.2% negative

My child does well at this school

100% positive

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 24 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

3.3

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

43.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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Sophie M Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Excellent Start to Education!"

My child started Loders CE Primary Academy in Reception and we've been so impressed with the school. The staff are friendly and supportive, and the curriculum is engaging and challenging. We love the emphasis on community and helping others.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 5/5

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David P Unconfirmed

Parent May 12, 2022

4.0

"A Good, But Not Exceptional School"

We were at Loders CE Primary Academy for 5 years, during which time our child received a good education. The school's facilities are modern and well-maintained, and the staff are generally kind and dedicated. However, we found the school's emphasis on Christian values to be somewhat inconsistent at times.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 3/5

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Emily F Unconfirmed

Parent Feb 15, 2022

5.0

"Wonderful Learning Environment!"

We've been truly delighted with Loders CE Primary Academy. The school's commitment to Christian values and its focus on developing the unique potential of each child aligns perfectly with our own family's values. The facilities are excellent, with a lovely outdoors space for the children to explore and learn.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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