Lightwoods Primary Academy

About Lightwoods Primary Academy

Our school focuses on the values of improving children’s self-awareness, through warmth, resilience and collaboration, so that everyone strives towards excellence. We are dedicated to providing exciting learning experiences for our pupils, sparking curiosity and developing authentic learning experiences which will ultimately lead to achievement for all.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mr John Ashton

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 5.0

Teaching Quality 4.3

Communication 4.3

Student Wellbeing 4.7

Facilities 4.7

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

18.4

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

67.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

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

Reviews 4

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Emily B Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 15, 2022

5.0

"Excellent School Experience"

My child has been at Lightwoods Primary Academy for 3 years and I'm impressed with the facilities, staff and the overall atmosphere. The 'Excel' value is evident in everything they do, from the daily lessons to the extracurricular activities. We've seen significant improvement in our child's confidence and academic abilities. We couldn't ask for more.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Daniel G Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 20, 2022

5.0

"A Great School with Outstanding Outcomes"

My children both attended Lightwoods Primary Academy and I'm grateful for the education they received. The school's focus on self-awareness, warmth, resilience and collaboration has had a lasting impact on their lives. The Outstanding preschool, Tinywoods, is also worth mentioning – my younger child thrived there. I highly recommend this school.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sophie M Unconfirmed

Parent Mar 25, 2022

4.0

"Good School, Some Areas for Improvement"

We've been at Lightwoods Primary Academy for a year now and overall, we're satisfied with the school. The facilities are excellent and the staff are friendly. However, we've noticed that the school could do more to engage parents in events and activities. Our child enjoys the 'Explore' value, which encourages curiosity and discovery.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Rebecca W Unconfirmed

Parent Jan 10, 2022

5.0

"A True Community School"

Lightwoods Primary Academy is more than just a school – it's a community. The staff, parents and children all work together to create a supportive and inclusive environment. My child loves the 'Together' value, which emphasizes the importance of collaboration and teamwork. We feel lucky to be a part of this school.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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