Lonsdale School

About Lonsdale School

Lonsdale is a vibrant, happy and flourishing place to be. People sometimes ask us what’s the secret? But we don’t see it like that. For all of us who learn, teach and work here, three things in particular matter - ambition, community and empowerment.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Head's Welcome

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.3

Teaching Quality 4.3

Communication 5.0

Student Wellbeing 4.7

Facilities 4.7

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 28 responses • 21.7% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

92.9% positive 7.1% negative

My child feels safe at this school

89.3% positive 7.1% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

92.9% positive

The school has high expectations for my child

82.2% positive 17.9% negative

My child does well at this school

89.3% positive 7.1% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 28 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.

20.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

6.5

Teachers (FTE)

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

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

Note: Progress 8 scores are not available for 2024-25 and 2025-26 academic years due to COVID-19 impact on prior attainment data.

Additional Information

10 pupils in cohort

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

Reviews 4

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Rachel K Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 25, 2023

4.0

"Lonsdale's Ambition is Contagious"

My child has grown so much in confidence since starting at Lonsdale. The teachers are brilliant at challenging them, and the extracurricular programs are fantastic. My only criticism is that some of the older buildings could do with a bit of TLC.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Oliver T Unconfirmed

Parent Apr 10, 2023

5.0

"Community and Empowerment in Action"

We chose Lonsdale for its commitment to community and empowerment, and we've not been disappointed. The kids are so kind and inclusive, and the teachers genuinely care about every individual. I love how they celebrate achievements big and small.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 4/5

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Emily B Unconfirmed

Parent Feb 15, 2023

5.0

"Exceptional School with a Heart"

I'm so grateful to have my child at Lonsdale School. The staff are caring, supportive and genuinely passionate about empowering the children. The community is vibrant and inclusive, and I love how they celebrate individuality and difference.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Jamie G Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Fantastic Facilities and Enthusiastic Staff"

As a parent who's seen their child thrive at Lonsdale, I can confidently say that the school truly lives up to its values. The facilities are incredible, from the sports pitches to the music department, and the staff are always pushing the kids to be their best.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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