Blyton Cum Laughton Church of England School
Gainsborough, DN21 3JX · Lincolnshire · primary school
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147th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 3.5/10 against 1,948 of them, against 3.2/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 53.0 · 24 | 40% | 0.96 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 6.0 · 45 | 25% | 1.12 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Blyton Cum Laughton Church of England School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 53.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 6.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2024. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (3.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join tennis, cricket, netball and cross-country running clubs, as well as swimming and football. A breakfast club and an after-school club are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 122 pupils against a stated capacity of 189. 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 support is available for the 6.0% of pupils aiming for the higher standard? How does the school manage class sizes given the current roll?
What Ofsted said about Blyton Cum Laughton Church of England School
Overview
This is a well-led school where pupils are happy and feel safe, benefiting from a calm atmosphere and high expectations. The report describes an imaginative, well-connected curriculum that fosters a strong love of reading and supports pupils with special educational needs effectively.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "imaginative and well-connected," with clear plans identifying key knowledge and its sequence.
- Reading is a "top priority," supported by timely help and a plan ensuring pupils experience "350 high-quality books" by Year 6.
- Children in Reception get off to a "very strong start," engaging enthusiastically in outdoor learning and high-quality interactions.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) access the same learning opportunities as peers and are supported well.
- Staff morale is high, and governors have a "full picture" of school life with a clear vision for the future.
Areas to improve
- The school must establish effective approaches to checking what pupils know and remember in all foundation subjects, as current methods are lacking in some areas.
- Pupils’ understanding of important British values is "underdeveloped," and the school should ensure all pupils have an age-appropriate understanding of life in modern Britain.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 39% |
| 2024/25 | 53% |
| 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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