Lytchett Matravers Primary School
URN: 146475 • Poole BH16 6DY
Overview
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Matthew Vernon (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01202622378
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Lytchett Matravers, Poole BH16 6DY
Summary
Lytchett Matravers Primary School, located in Poole, Dorset, is an academy converter serving a mixed-gender population of approximately 500 pupils, with a capacity of 436. The school has been a central part of the village community for 150 years, promoting a sense of belonging and personal development among its students. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in its motto, "Thrive Together," which reflects its commitment to collaboration with parents and stakeholders.
The school offers a well-rounded curriculum supported by its "Learning Muscles," which encourage positive behaviours and attitudes essential for success. Lytchett Matravers Primary School is part of the Hamwic Education Trust and the Hillary Partnership, which fosters collaboration among local schools to enhance educational outcomes. The school provides a range of facilities, including outdoor learning areas and wrap-around care services, ensuring a supportive environment for children from ages 4 to 11.
Parents can engage with the school through various communication channels, including the 'My Child At School' app, which facilitates attendance reporting and access to after-school activities. The school prioritises a strong partnership with families to support children's learning and development.
The school offers a well-rounded curriculum supported by its "Learning Muscles," which encourage positive behaviours and attitudes essential for success. Lytchett Matravers Primary School is part of the Hamwic Education Trust and the Hillary Partnership, which fosters collaboration among local schools to enhance educational outcomes. The school provides a range of facilities, including outdoor learning areas and wrap-around care services, ensuring a supportive environment for children from ages 4 to 11.
Parents can engage with the school through various communication channels, including the 'My Child At School' app, which facilitates attendance reporting and access to after-school activities. The school prioritises a strong partnership with families to support children's learning and development.
Useful links
- Meet the Governors (governance)
- SEND/Inclusion (sen)
- Reporting Absence (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- News & Events (calendar)
- Headteacher biweekly Newsletters (calendar)
- Roundabout Sway Newsletters (calendar)
- Policies (other)
- Admissions (other)
- School Term & INSED Dates (other)
Key details
- LA
- Dorset
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- HAMWIC EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 436
- Pupils
- 500
- Boys
- 253
- Girls
- 247
- FSM %
- 8.00
- Open date
- 2018-11-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Dorset
Trends
Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
2025-07-14 | 500 | 253 | 247 | 436 | 8.00 |
2024-09-11 | 432 | 217 | 215 | 436 | 9.70 |
2023-09-11 | 433 | 220 | 213 | 436 | 8.10 |
2022-09-11 | 433 | 220 | 213 | 436 | 8.10 |
2021-09-11 | 430 | 207 | 223 | 436 | 9.30 |
2020-09-11 | 437 | 217 | 220 | 436 | 6.90 |
Reviews
No reviews yet. Be the first to share your experience.
Add a review
Please sign in to post a review.
Go to login
Are you the school owner?
Claim this profile to reply to reviews and add details.