Lime Tree Primary Academy

A good academy sponsor led school in Central Bedfordshire. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Lime Tree Primary Academy.

, LU55QN Ofsted: Good Age 2-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

44

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
41.7
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 49.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
33.3
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 0.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
13 February 2024
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Parkside Drive
Houghton Regis
, LU55QN
Phone
1582863859
Website
limetree.academy

Location

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Source: Geocoding
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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
148227
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Address
Parkside Drive, Houghton Regis, LU5 5QN
Website
www.limetree.academy
Age range
2-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
TENNYSON LEARNING COMMUNITY
Capacity
480 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
311
Free School Meals
28.3% (88 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
2.6% (8 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
91.8%
Good
Persistent Absence
23.6%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
49.0%
Reading Score:
109.0
Maths Score:
105.0
Grammar Score:
108.0

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 105.0 109.0
2023 102.0 102.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
16 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
31
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
311 pupils
2-11

Performance Trend

Improving trend (+5.0 per year)

Up 5.0% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"together in strength and partnership"

Forward thinking Fully inclusive Supporting every child to reach their full potential with high quality support and interventions Working closely with pupils, parents and carers Valuing diversity and respecting others regardless of ability, gender, ethnicity, sexuality or religion

Respect for others regardless of religion.

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome from Lime Tree Primary Academy. We are a forward-thinking, fully inclusive school that aims to support every child to reach their full potential with high-quality support and interventions. Our Trust motto is ‘together in strength and partnership’ and we work closely with pupils, parents and carers to achieve positive outcomes. We offer engaging lessons, welcome visitors and events, and promote diversity and respect for all regardless of ability, gender, ethnicity, sexuality or religion. Please feel free to visit or contact us for more information.

Extracurriculars

Sports

Rugby Football Basketball Gymnastics Dance Cricket Rounders Outdoor Adventurous Activities Athletics

Curriculum Highlights

Knowledge Organisers PSHE / RSE Year R PSHE Year 1 PSHE Year 3 PSHE Year 2 PSHE Year 4 PSHE Year 5 PSHE Year 6 PSHE Curriculum Subjects Year Group Curriculum Maps Nursery Curriculum Map Reception Curriculum Map Year 1 Curriculum Map Year 2 Curriculum Map Year 3 Curriculum Map Year 4 Curriculum Map Year 5 Curriculum Map Year 6 Curriculum Map

Financial Information

For Year 5 and 6 pupils, there is a £2.50 contribution toward the cost of using the swimming pool and hiring of specialist swimming coaches.

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