Question 1

How many primary schools are in Lowestoft?

Accepted Answer

There are 26 primary schools in Lowestoft, including state-funded, academies, and independent schools.

Question 2

What are the best primary schools in Lowestoft?

Accepted Answer

Based on Ofsted ratings and exam results, the top-ranked primary schools in Lowestoft include Carlton Colville Primary School, Learning Support, Northern Area Education Office, and Sunrise Academy. Rankings are updated regularly using the latest data from the Department for Education.

Question 3

How many Ofsted Outstanding primary schools are in Lowestoft?

Accepted Answer

Lowestoft has 3 primary schools rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 20 are rated Good, meaning 82% of inspected schools hold a Good or Outstanding rating.

Question 4

How are primary schools in Lowestoft ranked on Eduscope?

Accepted Answer

Schools are ranked using a composite score that combines Ofsted or ISI inspection ratings, Key Stage exam results, pupil progress measures, and other performance indicators published by the Department for Education. The score is recalculated regularly as new data becomes available.

Question 5

How do primary schools in Lowestoft perform at Key Stage 2?

Accepted Answer

Across primary schools in Lowestoft, 62% of pupils meet the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at Key Stage 2. This figure is based on the latest published results from the Department for Education.

Question 6

What is the average class size in Lowestoft primary schools?

Accepted Answer

The average pupil-teacher ratio across primary schools in Lowestoft is 19:1. While this is not a direct measure of class size, it indicates the level of teaching resource available per pupil.

Question 7

How do I choose a primary school in Lowestoft?

Accepted Answer

When choosing a primary school in Lowestoft, consider Ofsted ratings, Key Stage 2 results, distance from home, school size, and whether the school offers wrap-around care. You can compare all 26 primary schools on Eduscope using filters for school type, gender, religious character, and more.

Metric	Lowestoft	England
School QualityGood or Outstanding (Ofsted)	83%	90%
Primary ResultsKS2 Expected Standard	62%	61%
AttendancePersistent Absence	15%	20%
ResourcesPupil-Teacher Ratio	19.5:1	18.1:1
Spending per Pupil	£8,469	£7,460

Best Primary Schools in Lowestoft

Carlton Colville Primary School

Learning Support, Northern Area Education Office

Sunrise Academy

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Woods Loke Primary School

Grove Primary School

Red Oak Primary School

The Limes Primary Academy

Elm Tree Primary School

Somerleyton Primary School

Dell Primary School

Pakefield Primary School

Oulton Broad Primary School

St Margaret's Primary Academy

Northfield St Nicholas Primary Academy

Horizon School

Westwood Primary School

Blundeston Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Kessingland Church of England Primary Academy

Gunton Primary Academy

St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School

Poplars Community Primary School

The Ashley School

Roman Hill Primary School

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