Question 1

How many schools are in Lydney?

Accepted Answer

Lydney has 19 schools, including 10 primary schools, 1 secondary schools, 8 nurseries. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

Question 2

What are the best schools in Lydney?

Accepted Answer

The top-rated schools in Lydney include Bream Early Learners, Buds to Bloom Limited, Come and Play Day Nursery Ltd, based on a composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, and pupil progress measures. Rankings are updated regularly as new data is published by the Department for Education.

Question 3

What percentage of schools in Lydney are rated Good or Outstanding?

Accepted Answer

89% of inspected schools in Lydney hold a Good or Outstanding Ofsted rating, which is above the national average of 89%. This includes 0 schools rated Outstanding and 8 rated Good.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Across primary schools in Lydney, 51% of pupils meet the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at Key Stage 2. This is based on the latest published results from the Department for Education.

Question 5

What is the average Progress 8 score for secondary schools in Lydney?

Accepted Answer

The average Progress 8 score across secondary schools in Lydney is 0.02, which is above the national average. Progress 8 measures how much progress pupils make between Key Stage 2 and their GCSE results, compared to pupils with similar prior attainment nationally.

Question 6

What is the average pupil-teacher ratio in Lydney?

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The average pupil-teacher ratio across schools in Lydney is 19.9:1. While not a direct measure of class size, this indicates the level of teaching resource available per pupil. The national average for state-funded schools is approximately 17:1.

Question 7

What is the persistent absence rate in Lydney schools?

Accepted Answer

The persistent absence rate across schools in Lydney is 16.8%. A pupil is classed as persistently absent if they miss 10% or more of school sessions. The national average is approximately 22%.

Question 8

How many pupils attend schools in Lydney?

Accepted Answer

There are 2,229 pupils enrolled across schools in Lydney, with 1,495 in primary and 734 in secondary. 26.4% of pupils are eligible for free school meals.

Question 9

How do I choose the right school in Lydney?

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Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 19 schools in Lydney by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.

Metric	Lydney	England
Primary ResultsKS2 Expected Standard	51%	61%
Secondary ResultsProgress 8	+0.02	+0.00
Attainment 8	39.3	46.1
AttendancePersistent Absence	17%	20%
ResourcesPupil-Teacher Ratio	19.9:1	18.1:1
Spending per Pupil	£7,736	£7,460

Best Schools in Lydney

Top Nurseries in Lydney

Bream Early Learners

Buds to Bloom Limited

Come and Play Day Nursery Ltd

Mia Rose Lydney

Parkend Playgroup

Progressive Sports @ Pillowell

Top Primary Schools in Lydney

Parkend Primary School

Severnbanks Primary School

Primrose Hill Church of England Primary Academy

Lydney Church of England Community School

Pillowell Community Primary School

Bream Church of England Primary School

Top Secondary Schools in Lydney

The Dean Academy

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