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Allington with Sedgebrook Church of England Primary School

Grantham, NG32 2DY · Lincolnshire · primary school

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Ofsted: Good · 2024 Inspected 2 years ago Mixed Primary Church of England
4.3/10 Broadly average

133rd of 252 primary schools in Lincolnshire we can score, 279 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.

Narrow the comparison to the 4,308 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.6/10 among them, against 3.8/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.

How this is worked out
MeasurePercentileWeightAdds
Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 43.0 · 11 40% 0.42
Ofsted 52 35% 1.82
Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 14.0 · 81 25% 2.03

Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.

Allington with Sedgebrook Church of England Primary School overview

How it's doing

In 2024/25, 43.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A further 14.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.6 out of 10 among them, against 3.8 out of 10 nationally.

Beyond the classroom

Pupils can join a lunchtime cricket club and an after-school Tri Club, alongside rugby, gymnastics, football, and cheerleading. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.

Getting in

The published school roll is 83 pupils against a stated capacity of 112. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.

Worth asking on a visit

How does the school support pupils to bridge the gap between the current attainment figures and national expectations? What specific strategies are used to improve results in the similar-intake comparison group? How are the various sports and clubs integrated into the weekly timetable?

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What Ofsted said about Allington with Sedgebrook Church of England Primary School

Inspection report dated 30 September 2024

Overview

Allington with Sedgebrook Church of England Primary School continues to be a good school, described as a happy place where pupils feel safe and enjoy attending. The report highlights a united ambition to do the best for every pupil, supported by caring relationships and high expectations for behaviour and achievement.

Strengths

  • Staff expertly deliver the phonics programme, ensuring pupils read fluently and develop into confident readers, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
  • The school has established an ambitious curriculum with a clear vision, particularly in mathematics where teachers present information clearly and model vocabulary effectively.
  • Pupils demonstrate a strong understanding of school values such as hope, respect, and generosity, showing tolerance and respect for others.
  • Children in the early years settle well into routines in a happy and vibrant atmosphere, supported by well-selected resources.
  • The school provides broad opportunities for pupils to explore talents and interests through clubs, trips, and participation in local church life.

Areas to improve

  • Leaders must ensure greater oversight of curriculum implementation to address inconsistencies in a few subjects where learning is not always linked to prior knowledge.
  • The early years foundation stage learning environment needs further development to better enable children to work collaboratively and focus on projects for sustained periods.

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

This is an AI-assisted summary of the official Ofsted report, not a statement written by Ofsted. Check the full official report before making a decision.
Expected standard
43%
2024/25
Higher standard
14%
2024/25
Demand
×1.0
1st prefs per place, 2026/27
Free school meals
13%
vs 25% across England

Results over time

Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.

63% 2022/23
39% 2023/24
43% 2024/25
64% England
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) for Allington with Sedgebrook Church of England Primary School
YearExpected standard (reading, writing, maths)
2022/2363%
2023/2439%
2024/2543%
England64%

Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.

Your offer chance

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Next dates

  • Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
  • Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
  • Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
  • Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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