Bourne Elsea Park Church of England Primary Academy
Bourne, PE10 0WP · Lincolnshire · primary school
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48th 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 — 7.2/10 against 3,700 of them, against 6.8/10 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 | 83.0 · 92 | 40% | 3.67 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Bourne Elsea Park Church of England Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 83.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 3.0%, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (7.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.8 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2023.
Getting in
The published school roll is 273 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 manage class sizes when operating significantly above its designated capacity? What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the higher standard in core subjects? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while managing an intake that exceeds its physical limits?
What Ofsted said about Bourne Elsea Park Church of England Primary Academy
Overview
Bourne Elsea Park Church of England Primary Academy continues to be a good school, where pupils are described as “safe and happy” and proud of their environment. Leaders lead with a “strong moral purpose,” fostering a calm, purposeful atmosphere where staff have high expectations for behaviour and learning. The school is praised for its exceptional personal development opportunities and strong pastoral care, ensuring pupils flourish and become “independent, resilient and confident.”
Strengths
- Pupils benefit from a broad, ambitious curriculum in core subjects like English, mathematics, and science, with teachers using effective questioning to extend understanding.
- Personal development is exceptional, with staff providing rich extra-curricular opportunities and fostering a deep understanding of diversity, equality, and respect.
- Reading is prioritised effectively, ensuring early readers learn confidently and all pupils engage in daily reading for pleasure.
- Staff provide suitably demanding support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, helping them learn well.
- Children in Reception get off to a “great start” with rich experiences promoting positive habits and early literacy.
Areas to improve
- Some foundation subject curriculums, specifically design and technology and art, are not as ambitious as others, leading to inconsistencies in pupil expectations.
- Leaders need to ensure all subject curriculums reflect high learning expectations so pupils can fully gain knowledge and skills in every area.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders maintaining a strong culture where staff understand that “safeguarding trumps everything!” and act swiftly on welfare concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 71% |
| 2023/24 | 78% |
| 2024/25 | 83% |
| 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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