Lawn Primary School

  • Primary
  • Academy
  • Ages 4 to 11
Ofsted: Outstanding

Norbury Close, Allestree, Derby, DE22 2QROpen in maps (opens in a new tab)

Lawn Primary School is a primary school in Derby for ages 4 to 11. It is one of the 116 schools in Derby. It ranks 3rd of 86 primary schools in Derby. Its latest Ofsted rating is Outstanding, from an inspection in June 2024.

Ofsted inspection

Inspected 11 June 2024, report published 9 July 2024

Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour and attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership and management
Outstanding
Early years provision
Good
Safeguarding
Met

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 11 June 2024

Pupils feel incredibly privileged to attend this school. They feel secure and happy in a place where ambitions are high for everyone. Parents' praise is glowing. They typically say this is a 'fantastic school'. Parents value the dedicated staff who go out of their way to ensure this is a place where pupils 'belong, learn and thrive'. Pupils are incredibly polite and courteous. They show tremendous care and respect. Their admirable behaviour contributes to the intensely positive atmosphere throughout school. Pupils have excellent attitudes and are determined to make the most of every opportunity. Pupils proudly volunteer for the numerous leadership roles. They are inspired to 'be a positive influence' and make a difference. Whether serving on the school parliament, looking after the library, monitoring the corridors or tidying the garden, pupils are eager to demonstrate how they are becoming 'global citizens'. The school provides pupils with an exceptional education. Pupils study an innovative and impressive curriculum. They consistently attain high standards in the statutory assessments. However, the breadth and depth of their learning goes far beyond. Pupils achieve well in all subjects. The school's mission is for pupils to 'Dream, Believe, Achieve'. Driven by inspirational leadership, the whole school community is realising this vision.

Exam results

SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25

64 pupils took the tests

Expected standard in reading, writing and maths84%

84%, 22 percentage points above the England average of 62%.

Higher standard in reading, writing and maths14%

14%, 6 percentage points above the England average of 8%.

Reading, average scaled score108

108, 2 above the England average of 106.

Maths, average scaled score107

107, 2 above the England average of 105.

Grammar, punctuation and spelling, average scaled score109

109, 4 above the England average of 105.

Pupil numbers and mix

434 pupils on roll, with places for 436

Eligible for free school meals9.2%

9.2%, 17.3 percentage points below the England average of 26.5%.

English as an additional language14.1%

14.1%, 7.5 percentage points below the England average of 21.6%.

Special educational needs support6.5%

6.5%, 8.3 percentage points below the England average of 14.8%.

Education, health and care plan2.5%

2.5%, 3.5 percentage points below the England average of 6%.

Schools near Lawn Primary School

SchoolDistanceOfstedResults
St Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy0.4 milesOfsted: Good67% met the expected standard
Markeaton Primary School0.6 milesOfsted judgements: Good to outstanding66% met the expected standard
Walter Evans Church of England Aided Primary School0.6 milesOfsted: Good68% met the expected standard
Old Vicarage School0.7 milesNo Ofsted inspectionNot published
Portway Junior School0.8 milesOfsted: Good56% met the expected standard

School details

School type
Academy converter
Sector
Academy
Trust
TRANSFORM TRUST
Age range
4 to 11
Gender
Mixed
Nursery classes
No
Headteacher
Mr Alastair Phillips
Address
Norbury Close, Allestree, Derby, DE22 2QR
Local authority
Derby
URN
147624

School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.