Lawn Primary School
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
Pupil numbers and mix
434 pupils on roll, with places for 436
Schools near Lawn Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy | 0.4 miles | Ofsted: Good | 67% met the expected standard |
| Markeaton Primary School | 0.6 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good to outstanding | 66% met the expected standard |
| Walter Evans Church of England Aided Primary School | 0.6 miles | Ofsted: Good | 68% met the expected standard |
| Old Vicarage School | 0.7 miles | No Ofsted inspection | Not published |
| Portway Junior School | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Good | 56% 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
- Phone
- 01332550178
- 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.