Lime Academy Larkswood
URN: 141734 • London E4 8ET
Overview
- Name
- Lime Academy Larkswood
- URN
- 141734
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- LIME TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 52.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Ellie Metcalf (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 02085294979
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- New Road, London E4 8ET
Summary
Lime Academy Larkswood is a mixed primary academy located in Waltham Forest, London, with a current enrolment of 585 pupils and a capacity for 800. The school prides itself on its multicultural environment, representing over 20 nationalities, and fosters an ethos centred on respect, equity, self-worth, partnership, enjoyment, communication, and trust. The leadership team sets high expectations for both academic and personal achievements, ensuring that all pupils are well-prepared for their future educational journeys.
The curriculum at Larkswood is broad and balanced, designed to motivate and encourage independent thinking among students. Recent End of Key Stage 2 results show that 90% of pupils achieved the expected standard in reading and maths, with 87% in writing, reflecting the school's commitment to academic excellence. The school has received a 'Good' rating from Ofsted, highlighting the positive learning environment where pupils feel happy and safe.
Lime Academy Larkswood places a strong emphasis on lifelong learning and aims to develop global citizens. The school actively celebrates pupils' efforts and successes, fostering a sense of pride in their learning and community. Parents are encouraged to participate in school events and can explore opportunities for their children to join through open evenings and tours.
The curriculum at Larkswood is broad and balanced, designed to motivate and encourage independent thinking among students. Recent End of Key Stage 2 results show that 90% of pupils achieved the expected standard in reading and maths, with 87% in writing, reflecting the school's commitment to academic excellence. The school has received a 'Good' rating from Ofsted, highlighting the positive learning environment where pupils feel happy and safe.
Lime Academy Larkswood places a strong emphasis on lifelong learning and aims to develop global citizens. The school actively celebrates pupils' efforts and successes, fostering a sense of pride in their learning and community. Parents are encouraged to participate in school events and can explore opportunities for their children to join through open evenings and tours.
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Nearby alternatives
- Elmhurst Primary School (82.7)
- Fielding Primary School (82.3)
- Wimbledon Park Primary School (81.4)
- Coleridge Primary School (80.5)
- Yerbury Primary School (80.5)
Key details
- LA
- Waltham Forest
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- LIME TRUST
- Capacity
- 800
- Pupils
- 585
- Boys
- 285
- Girls
- 300
- FSM %
- 24.00
- Open date
- 2015-02-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-07-12
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 585 | 285 | 300 | 800 | 24.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 623 | 311 | 312 | 800 | 21.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 691 | 344 | 347 | 800 | 21.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 691 | 344 | 347 | 800 | 21.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 702 | 354 | 348 | 800 | 22.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 713 | 381 | 332 | 800 | 20.00 |
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