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Ludwell Primary School

Goodgraded 16/04/2024Ages 4–1192 pupilsDoes not apply
Shaftesbury, SP7 9ND
Wiltshire

Ludwell Primary School is a primary school for pupils aged 4 to 11 in Shaftesbury, within the Wiltshire local authority. The school has around 92 pupils on roll. At its most recent graded Ofsted inspection in 16/04/2024, Ludwell Primary School was judged Good. Families comparing primary schools in Shaftesbury can view Ludwell Primary School's Ofsted rating, pupil numbers and exact location free on NestScope. Set in Shaftesbury (SP7 9ND), Ludwell Primary School serves families across the surrounding catchment area. It also appears on the interactive map alongside nearby schools and their Ofsted ratings, with local transport, safety, healthcare and green-space data to help compare areas.

Ofsted — sub-judgements
Quality of educationGood
Behaviour & attitudesGood
Personal developmentGood
Leadership & managementGood

Last inspected 16/04/2024

Attendance & staffing
Attendance94.7%England avg 94.5%
Persistent absence8.3%England avg 14.3%
Pupils per teacher17.7England avg 20.9
Teachers with QTS100%England avg 98%

DfE — absence & workforce, 2025/26

Pupil intake
Free school meals16.9%England avg 24.0%
English not first language4.5%England avg 18.8%

DfE school census, 2025/26

All schools in ShaftesburySee the full area report for SP7 9ND