How many pupils does Ludwell Primary School have?

Ludwell Primary School has 92 pupils on roll, according to Department for Education data.

What is Ludwell Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Ludwell Primary School was rated Good at its most recent Ofsted inspection (16 April 2024).

How does Ludwell Primary School perform at Key Stage 2 (SATs)?

35% of pupils at Ludwell Primary School met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths at the end of Key Stage 2.

Is Ludwell Primary School part of an academy trust?

Yes — Ludwell Primary School is part of PICKWICK ACADEMY TRUST.

Where is Ludwell Primary School?

Ludwell Primary School is located at Coronation Drive, Shaftesbury, Wiltshire, SP7 9ND.

Ludwell Primary School

Coronation Drive, Shaftesbury, Wiltshire, SP7 9ND

Good

Inspected 16 April 2024

Good

Ofsted

35%

KS2 expected

Primary

Phase

4–11

Ages

Pupils

Mixed

Gender

Academy sponsor led

Type

About Ludwell Primary School

Ludwell Primary School is an academy sponsor led in Shaftesbury, Wiltshire, England, for pupils aged 4–11. It has 92 pupils on roll. It is part of PICKWICK ACADEMY TRUST. Its most recent Ofsted inspection (16 April 2024) rated it Good. At the end of Key Stage 2, 35% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths. 16.9% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, and 4.5% have English as an additional language.

School Information

Local Authority: Wiltshire →
School Type: Academy sponsor led
Phase: Primary
Age Range: Ages 4–11
Gender: Mixed
Pupils / Capacity: 92 / 103 (89%)
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Nursery: No Nursery Classes
Religious Character: Does not apply
Last Ofsted Inspection: 16 April 2024

Pupil profile

2023/24

Who attends this school — useful context if you’re considering teaching here.

16.9%

Free school meals

4.5%

EAL

4.3%

SEN support

22.8%

EHC plan

Source: DfE School Census, 2023/24, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Results & performance

2023/24

Official Department for Education results, pupil destinations and attendance.

SATs results (Key Stage 2)

35%

Expected standard (RWM)

Higher standard (RWM)

Avg reading score

100

Avg maths score

Attendance

3.8%

Overall absence

4.8%

Persistent absence

Source: Department for Education performance tables, 2023/24, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Some independent schools’ qualifications (e.g. IGCSEs) are not all reflected in these figures.

Workforce

2024/25

Staffing at this school, with the trend over recent years — useful if you’re considering working here.

5.2

Teachers (FTE)

→ 0.0 vs 2023/24

17.7

Pupils per teacher

→ 0.0 vs 2023/24

4.69

Teaching assistants (FTE)

↓ -0.3 vs 2023/24

£42,676

Avg teacher salary

Mean · 33% on leadership pay

↑ +£1,205 vs 2023/24

Teacher vacancies

0% rate

→ 0 vs 2023/24

1.8

Leadership (FTE)

↑ +0.8 vs 2023/24

Data for the 2024/25 academic year (trend lines show 3 years). Source: DfE School Workforce Census, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. State-funded schools only.

School finances

2024-25

How this school is funded and where the money goes — per pupil.

£7,826

Spend per pupil

£7,380

Income per pupil

44%

Spent on teaching staff

Source: DfE school finance returns (CFR for council-maintained schools, AAR for academies), 2024-25, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Per-pupil figures are calculated from total income/expenditure.

Contact Details

Address: Coronation Drive, Shaftesbury, Wiltshire, SP7 9ND
Phone: 01747828519
Head Teacher: Harriet Collins
Website: www.ludwell.wilts.sch.uk

Academy Trust

PICKWICK ACADEMY TRUST →

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Frequently asked questions

What type of school is Ludwell Primary School?: Ludwell Primary School is an academy sponsor led in Shaftesbury, Wiltshire, England, for pupils aged 4–11.
How many pupils does Ludwell Primary School have?: Ludwell Primary School has 92 pupils on roll, according to Department for Education data.
What is Ludwell Primary School's Ofsted rating?: Ludwell Primary School was rated Good at its most recent Ofsted inspection (16 April 2024).
How does Ludwell Primary School perform at Key Stage 2 (SATs)?: 35% of pupils at Ludwell Primary School met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths at the end of Key Stage 2.
Is Ludwell Primary School part of an academy trust?: Yes — Ludwell Primary School is part of PICKWICK ACADEMY TRUST.
Where is Ludwell Primary School?: Ludwell Primary School is located at Coronation Drive, Shaftesbury, Wiltshire, SP7 9ND.

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