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.

74%
Grade 9-4 Eng & Maths
49%/33%
EBacc Grade 4+/5+
94%
Average Attendance
200+
Staff Members
50+
Student Languages

Year 6 Open Evening
Come and see what makes LCS such a vibrant and welcoming community. Tour the school, meet our staff and students, and find out more about life at Littleover Community School.
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.
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.

Year 6 Open Evening
We warmly invite prospective students and their families to our Year 6 Open Evening at Littleover Community School. This is the best way to get a real sense of life at LCS - meet staff and students, tour our site, and see the subjects, facilities and extra-curricular life that make our school special.
September 25th, 2025 | 3 minute read

Important: Mango App Switchover for Public Transport
We would like to remind all students, parents and carers that the new Mango app will fully replace the existing version from Tuesday 23rd September. After this date, the old app will no longer function.
September 22nd, 2025 | 1 minute read

Headteacher Update- September 19th 2025
I am writing to provide a brief update on how the current term is progressing at Littleover Community School. As of 18th September, 26,566 positive points had been awarded to our students in Years 7-11; this is a fantastic achievement and reflects the effort that we have seen from the majority of our students since returning from the summer holidays.
September 19th, 2025 | 3 minute read