Benjamin Adlard Primary School
Gainsborough, DN21 1DB · Lincolnshire · primary school
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60th 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 5.9/10 against 506 of them, against 4.1/10 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
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 52.0 · 22 | 40% | 0.88 |
| Ofsted | 92 | 35% | 3.20 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 11.0 · 71 | 25% | 1.77 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Benjamin Adlard Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 52.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the school recorded 11.0% against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.1 out of 10 against all schools). The most recent inspection was in March 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Young Carers Club, Roots Family Club, and Choir. Sports include netball, football, hockey, and dodgeball, while arts and music cover dance, baking, craft, and movies. Both a breakfast club and an after-school club are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 234 pupils against a stated capacity of 255. 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 who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific areas did the March 2026 inspection highlight for improvement?
What Ofsted said about Benjamin Adlard Primary School
Overview
The report describes Benjamin Adlard Primary School as a "wonderful gem of a school" where pupils, many of whom are disadvantaged or have special educational needs, "absolutely thrive." Leaders and staff demonstrate exceptional dedication, creating a culture where pupils feel safe, happy, and proud to attend. The school is praised for its meticulous planning, expert teaching, and strong partnerships with families.
Strengths
- Attendance and behaviour are rated at a "Strong standard," with staff being "absolutely relentless" in ensuring pupils attend and behave impeccably.
- The curriculum is "carefully designed" and "meticulously planned," allowing pupils with barriers to learning to access ambitious content and progress well.
- Early years provision offers a "superb start," with expert staff addressing speech and language needs so children are "very well prepared for key stage 1."
- Inclusion is "at the heart of this school," with tailored support and high expectations ensuring disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND make significant progress.
- Personal development is supported "extraordinarily well," fostering resilient, compassionate pupils who understand equality and British values.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should continue work to ensure pupils "achieve consistently well" and "typically achieve above-average outcomes in national tests and examinations over time."
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" ensuring pupils are made safer and feel safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 50% |
| 2023/24 | 76% |
| 2024/25 | 52% |
| England | 64% |
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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
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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