Lantern Academy

A requires improvement academy converter school in Telford and Wrekin. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Lantern Academy.

Telford, TF20AZ Ofsted: Requires Improvement Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

35

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
25.6
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 30.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
42.5
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 4.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
50.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Requires Improvement

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

Requires Improvement
Overall effectiveness
Requires Improvement
Last inspected
14 January 2020
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
Quality of education
Requires Improvement
Behaviour & attitudes
Requires Improvement
Personal development
Requires Improvement
Leadership & management
Requires Improvement
Safeguarding
Effective

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Yates Way
Ketley Bank
Telford, TF20AZ
Phone
1952951404
Website
lantern.lct.education/

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
149309
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Yates Way, Ketley Bank, Telford, TF2 0AZ
Website
https://lantern.lct.education/
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
LEARNING COMMUNITY TRUST
Capacity
140 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
132
Free School Meals
49.2% (65 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
1.5% (2 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
90.9%
Good
Persistent Absence
36.2%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
30.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
4.0%
Reading Score:
99.0
Maths Score:
99.0
Grammar Score:
101.0

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 99.0 99.0
2023 95.0 100.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
8 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
15
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
132 pupils
3-11

Performance Trend

Improving trend (+1.5 per year)

Up 1.5% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Where every child shines."

We Respect We Care We Persevere

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome to Lantern Primary and Nursery. We strive to ensure every child shines by providing an inclusive curriculum and a nurturing environment, guided by our values of respect, care, and perseverance. Our staff aim to help every child be successful, supported, and prepared for life, with strong partnership with families.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

art after-school club

Facilities

Six large and spacious classrooms Four intervention spaces Two small library areas A hall A dining area Two large playgrounds A bungalow (separate from the main building) used for community events School field Mini orchard Forest School

Curriculum Highlights

Reading is at the heart of the curriculum with daily RATL (Reading At The Lantern) sessions and a focus on fluent reading and a love of reading. A spiralled, knowledge-rich curriculum with progression and robust transition planning. A blend of classroom learning and outdoor experiences (Forest School, Bikeability) to bring learning to life. Strong links with local secondary schools to support a smooth transition for pupils.

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: No

Wraparound care before school only; breakfast club 7:45am–8:45am; term-time only. For further details about our breakfast club please see our dedicated information.

SEND Provision

Lantern Primary and Nursery provides support for pupils who are vulnerable or have additional needs. Lessons are scaffolded and teachers adapt materials to help all pupils achieve, regardless of starting point. An intervention strategy has been developed to address gaps in learning as needed.

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