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What is Severnbanks Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Severnbanks Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted (inspected 2021).

Where is Severnbanks Primary School located?

Severnbanks Primary School is located in Lydney, Gloucestershire, South West, GL15 5AU.

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Severnbanks Primary School serves students aged 3 to 11.

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Severnbanks Primary School — Ofsted Rating, Results & School Data

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About Severnbanks Primary School

Severnbanks Primary School is a primary academy in Lydney, South West. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this academy and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.

In terms of academic performance, Severnbanks Primary School has 54% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2.

The school has 117 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 24.3%, 4% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 5.5%.

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OfstedGood · 2021KS2 expected54%Attendance94.5%

Profile completeness: 5 of 8 data domains · Good coverage

Exam & assessment results
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6.5

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Computed from 20 government data points. Not based on student reviews.

Strong71% data coverage

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Latest government data shown is for the 2024/25 academic year; some figures cover earlier years.

Is it a fit?

What kind of school is Severnbanks Primary School?

The practical facts that decide whether a school suits your family — at a glance.

Ages: 3–11
Intake: Co-ed
Admissions: Non-selective (state)
Character: Non-faith
Size: 117 pupils
SEN support: 34% of pupils

Likely a good fit for

Pupils who need extra support — 34% are on SEN support, above the typical share (~13%).

Based on the latest government data. Every child is different — use this as a starting point, not a verdict.

In context — vs similar-intake schools

The area around this school

Environment score: 55/100

Good surroundings

Air quality95/100

Transport access23/100

Results, finance & Ofsted — in depth

Key Stage 2 Results at Severnbanks Primary School

At Severnbanks Primary School, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths combined at the end of Key Stage 2.

72% met the expected standard in reading and 70% in maths.

Attendance at Severnbanks Primary School

Severnbanks Primary School has an overall absence rate of 5.5%. The national average for primary schools was approximately 6.0% (DfE, 2023/24).

Staff and Finance at Severnbanks Primary School

The teacher turnover rate at Severnbanks Primary School is 24.3%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.

Demographics at Severnbanks Primary School

Severnbanks Primary School has 117 pupils on roll.

4% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.

34% of pupils receive SEN (Special Educational Needs) support or have an Education, Health and Care plan.

Severnbanks Primary School Ofsted Rating: Good

Severnbanks Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in November 2021 (4 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Severnbanks Primary School is overdue for reinspection.

A "Good" rating means Ofsted found the school provides a high standard of education across all areas assessed. It has historically been the most common Ofsted rating.

Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Severnbanks Primary School's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.

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