Lytchett Matravers Primary School

URN: 113670 • Poole BH16 6DY

Overview

Name
Lytchett Matravers Primary School
URN
113670
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
67.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Simon France (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Lytchett Matravers, Poole BH16 6DY

Summary

Lytchett Matravers Primary School, located in Poole, Dorset, is a community school that has served its village for over 150 years. With a mixed-gender enrollment of 433 pupils, the school aims to create a nurturing environment where children feel a sense of belonging. The school operates with the motto "Thrive Together," emphasizing collaboration between staff, parents, and the community to support each child's development.

The curriculum at Lytchett Matravers is designed to promote academic excellence and personal growth. The school employs "Learning Muscles" to encourage positive behaviours and attitudes essential for success. Recent SATs results indicate a strong performance, with 77% in Maths and 70% in both Reading and Writing. The school also offers wrap-around care through its Breakfast and After School Clubs, providing a range of engaging activities for children.

Part of the Hamwic Education Trust and the Hillary Partnership, Lytchett Matravers collaborates with other local schools to enhance educational opportunities. The school's commitment to equality and inclusion is evident in its policies and practices, ensuring that all children are supported in their learning journey.

Key details

LA
Pre-LGR 2019 Dorset
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
436
Pupils
433
Boys
208
Girls
225
FSM %
7.70
Open date
Close date
2018-10-31
Last Ofsted
2015-06-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Dorset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 433 208 225 436 7.70
2024-09-11 433 208 225 436 7.70
2023-09-11 433 208 225 436 7.70
2022-09-11 433 208 225 436 7.70
2021-09-11 433 208 225 436 7.70
2020-09-11 433 208 225 436 7.70

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