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Lawford Mead Primary & Nursery

Trent Road, Chelmsford, CM1 2JH

A Good-rated primary school in Chelmsford where 61% of pupils met the expected standard at KS2.

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Pupils

409

Ages

3-11

FSM

42.3%

Capacity

420

Ofsted

Good

Jan 2020

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

76.0%

Writing

66.0%

Maths

71.0%

RWM Combined

61.0%

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About Lawford Mead Primary & Nursery

Lawford Mead Primary & Nursery is a primary school in Chelmsford, Essex. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2020 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 43 responses), 81% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 61% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 409 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Trent Road, Chelmsford, CM1 2JH | More schools in Essex

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Lawford Mead Primary & Nursery, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Mar 2025 — Standards maintained
Jan 2020 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Lawford Mead Primary & Nursery

What is Lawford Mead Primary & Nursery's Ofsted rating?

Lawford Mead Primary & Nursery received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2020 inspection.

What do parents say about Lawford Mead Primary & Nursery?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 43 responses): 81% of parents would recommend Lawford Mead Primary & Nursery.

What are Lawford Mead Primary & Nursery's latest exam results?

Lawford Mead Primary & Nursery: KS2 2024/25: 61% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Lawford Mead Primary & Nursery located?

Lawford Mead Primary & Nursery is a primary school in Chelmsford, Essex (CM1 2JH).

How many pupils attend Lawford Mead Primary & Nursery?

Lawford Mead Primary & Nursery has around 409 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Lawford Mead Primary & Nursery with other schools?

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