“Best education” is the motto here at Marden Lodge Primary School and Nursery. Marden Lodge welcomes children aged two to eleven. It stands as an inclusive school in Surrey. Shall we discover its story?
Marden Lodge Primary School and Nursery works closely with parents. It also works with the local community. Together, they provide the best possible education for their children. The school wants to ensure that children are ready. They should be ready for the next stage of their learning.
The school officially opened on September 1 10 years ago. It was a new educational provision for the area. Before that, it was known as Marden Lodge Primary School. That school closed on August 31, 2013. It then became an academy.
Marden Lodge Primary School and Nursery is now an academy. Academies are independent schools. However, they are still state-funded. Marden Lodge is part of the GLF Schools academy trust. This trust includes many schools in the South East of England.
Miss Michelle Staples is the Headteacher. She leads a mixed-gender school. It has provision for nursery-aged children. The school’s capacity is 210 pupils. But currently, it has 226 pupils enrolled. This shows the school’s popularity in the community.
Approximately 34.5% of pupils are eligible for free school meals. This indicates the school serves a diverse community. The school strives to meet the needs of all its pupils.
Marden Lodge Primary School and Nursery is located on Croydon Road. That is in Caterham, Surrey. Its location falls within the Tandridge district. The school’s URN is 139915.
Ofsted inspected Marden Lodge Primary School and Nursery. The inspection took place on November 9, 2021. Ofsted rated the school as “Good” overall. Leadership and management were rated “Outstanding”. This highlights the strong leadership at the school.
The school provides a well-rounded education. This includes good behaviour and attitudes. Personal development is good too. The early years provision is also good.
Marden Lodge Primary School and Nursery aims to prepare children. The goal is to become successful citizens in the future. This vision drives the school’s commitment to excellence. It creates a supportive and nurturing environment for all pupils.
Marden Lodge Primary School and Nursery continues to evolve. It provides high-quality education. It also serves the local community. The school’s dedication to its pupils ensures a bright future for all.