Encouraging a love of lifelong learning through the delivery of excellent quality teaching and an engaging curriculum that meets the needs of our diverse community.
80%
Grade 9-4 Eng & Maths
55/40%
EBacc Grade 4+/5+
94%
Average Attendance
200+
Staff Members
50+
Student Languages
Curriculum
Engaging young minds with a first-class curriculum and facilities
Our curriculum is as diverse as our student community, with exciting topics and extra-curricular activities to engage your child. At LCS, our students develop the skills to achieve academically and beyond the classroom.
English
Our high expectations help students achieve excellent results in English. Stimulating texts, creative activities, and extracurricular opportunities develop practical reading and writing skills that support lifelong learning.
Maths
We use engaging Maths teaching methods, covering problem-solving, logical reasoning and data analysis. Maths is popular at LCS, and many students continue to A Level.
Science
Our curriculum, enhanced by first-class science facilities with 10 fully equipped labs and four computer rooms, integrates ICT experimental work and other tech-based activities.
Languages
We teach our students about the language and culture of France, Spain and Germany, building proficiency in listening, reading, writing, and translation. Many students go on to study a Modern Foreign Language at A Level.
Technology
Our technology courses and results attract students from all over Derby, giving students hands-on access to areas like Resistant Materials, Graphic Design, Textiles and Food.
Creative Arts
Our Creative Arts Faculty is a dynamic hub where students develop not only their artistic talents in music, art, and drama but also valuable skills such as critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving that extend beyond the into diverse professional fields.
Sports Facilities
Get active at Littleover Community School's Sport and Fitness Centre! Featuring badminton, basketball, outdoor pitches, and more. Convenient online bookings and friendly walk-in policies.
Language Hub
Explore Littleover Community School's Languages Hub, a Phase 1 lead school for the NCLE Language Hubs initiative. Enhance your language teaching with our resources, training, and expert support.
Latest News
Keeping you up to date with LCS news and highlights
At LCS, we celebrate achievements in all forms, academically and beyond the classroom. Read our latest success stories and updates about the school, staff, and students.
Headteacher Update - January 9th
I hope you all had a relaxing holiday and I would like to wish you all a very happy 2025. Students have returned this week with a positive attitude and it has been good to see them all back again, for the start of the new term.
January 9th, 2025 | 3 minute read
Head Teacher - End of year update
Our annual Parent/Carer Survey was sent to all parents and carers at the end of November. Thank you to those parents and carers who completed this survey and submitted their responses.
December 16th, 2024 | 4 minute read
Head Teacher Update - December 11th
I have just a couple of brief items in my update today. I am planning to send one further update next week, before end of term, which will summarise the results from our recent Parent/Carer survey, as well as any further items relevant to end of term, or beginning of Spring Term.
December 11th, 2024 | 2 minute read