Lancaster University School of Mathematics

Lancaster University School of Mathematics has been rated as outstanding in all areas of its provision during its first inspection. Since opening in September 2022 as a free school focused on STEM subjects, it has created a positive and inclusive environment that fosters students' academic and personal growth. Students have high attendance rates and exhibit exemplary behavior, indicating a strong commitment to their education. The school has designed a curriculum that meets regional needs and encourages the pursuit of further mathematics, demonstrating ambition and careful planning by leaders.

Strengths

• Exceptional student engagement and motivation.
• High-quality teaching from well-qualified subject specialists.
• Strong career guidance and opportunities for progression.
• Effective feedback mechanisms that support student improvement.
• Inclusive culture fostering strong peer relationships.

In 2024–25, 0.0% of pupils at Lancaster University School of Mathematics were suspended at least once (nationally 7.3%). No pupils were permanently excluded.

Pupils suspended at least once

Source: Department for Education, Suspensions and permanent exclusions in England. Each year is the one the school year ends in (2025 is 2024/25). A pupil can be suspended more than once, so suspensions per 100 pupils can be higher than the share of pupils suspended. Very small numbers are hidden by the DfE. Exclusion figures dropped in 2020 and 2021 because of school closures.

In 2025–26 Lancaster University School of Mathematics had 16.0 pupils for each teacher (the national figure for secondary schools was 16.7). Of its teachers in 2024–25, 0.0% were no longer at the school a year later (nationally 14.1%).

Pupils per teacher

Teachers who left the school within a year

Source: Department for Education, School workforce in England. Each year is the one the school year ends in (2025 is 2024/25). Pupils per teacher counts full-time-equivalent pupils and teachers. Turnover is the share of a year's teachers (full-time equivalent) who were not at the school the following year, whether they moved to another school or left state-funded teaching. Turnover and sickness figures run one year behind the ratios. Sick leave is the share of teachers who took at least one day in the year, so it swings widely at small schools, where a few teachers can make it 0% or 100%. The national figures are for all state schools of the same type.

In 2025–26, 9.6% of pupils at Lancaster University School of Mathematics were on SEN support (nationally 14.1%) and 0.8% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 3.5%).

Pupils by main type of need

Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded secondary schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.

In 2024–25 Lancaster University School of Mathematics received £11,845 and spent £11,874 for each of its 103 pupils. It ended the year with reserves of £119,000 (£1,155 per pupil).

Income per pupil

Spending per pupil

Source: Department for Education, Financial Benchmarking and Insights Tool. Each year is the one the financial year ends in (2024 is 2023–24). Academy figures include a share of the trust's central services, shared out by pupil numbers, and are rounded to the nearest £1,000. Premises costs were defined differently from 2024, so compare them across that gap with care.

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What is Lancaster University School of Mathematics's Ofsted rating?

The latest Ofsted rating for Lancaster University School of Mathematics is Outstanding, from an inspection in June 2025.

When was Lancaster University School of Mathematics last inspected by Ofsted?

Lancaster University School of Mathematics was last inspected in June 2025.

How many pupils does Lancaster University School of Mathematics have?

Lancaster University School of Mathematics has 125 pupils on roll.

What age range does Lancaster University School of Mathematics cover?

Lancaster University School of Mathematics for pupils aged 16 to 19.

Where is Lancaster University School of Mathematics?

Lancaster University School of Mathematics is at 67-69 London Road, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 4BA.