The Limes Primary Academy
| Type | Primary / Free schools |
| Age Range | 2-11 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Lime Avenue Oulton Lowestoft NR32 3BQ |
| Phone | 01502449200 |
| Reference Number | 143671 |
The Limes Primary Academy has demonstrated overall good performance during its first inspection under section 5 of the Education Act. Pupils express enjoyment in attending the school, showing engagement in lessons and positive behaviour influenced by strong leadership. The school excels in areas such as curriculum structure, focused support for early reading and mathematics, as well as fostering relationships within the school community. The school’s efforts in personal development and support for pupils with special educational needs also contribute to its success.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 367 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 48.23%
Girls: 51.77% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 30.2% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 7.6% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 22.3 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 22.7 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 23.1 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 19 | 24 | 43 |
| 2 | 25 | 20 | 45 |
| 3 | 24 | 29 | 53 |
| 4 | 21 | 28 | 49 |
| 5 | 28 | 19 | 47 |
| 6 | 20 | 16 | 36 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 88.6% |
| White, Other | 2.5% |
| Mixed, Other | 2.2% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1.4% |
| Indian | 1.4% |
| African | 1.4% |
| White & Asian | 0.8% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.8% |
| Chinese | 0.5% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 22 Feb 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 22 Feb 2023 | School inspection: |
Strengths
- Well-structured curriculum across all year groups.
- High expectations leading to positive pupil behaviour.
- Strong emphasis on early reading and phonics.
- Effective support for pupils with special educational needs.
- Positive relationships within the school community.
- Engagement in extra responsibilities and community projects.
Areas for Improvement
- Some foundation subjects do not lead to consistent recall of key information.
- Significant number of parents feel disengaged or uninformed.
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 64% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 3% |
Average Scaled Score
Results are converted into scaled scores to allow accurate comparisons of performance over time even if the difficulty of the test varies over time. Scaled scores range from 80 to 120.
| Subject | School | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 105 | ||
| Maths | 105 |
How many students meet the standards
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 17 | 2 |
| Third Preference | 18 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
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