Bythams Primary School
Grantham, NG33 4PX · Lincolnshire · primary school
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249th 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 — 0.6/10 against 2,074 of them, against 0.8/10 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 | 38.0 · 7 | 40% | 0.27 |
| Ofsted | 3 | 35% | 0.10 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Bythams Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 38.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 0.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school "Requires improvement" in October 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 (0.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
A breakfast club is available for pupils.
Getting in
The published school roll is 58 pupils against a stated capacity of 90. 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 plan to improve attainment in maths following the 2024 inspection? What specific support is offered to pupils who are not yet meeting expected standards? How does the breakfast club integrate with the wider school day?
What Ofsted said about Bythams Primary School
Overview
Bythams Primary School has undergone significant leadership changes since its last inspection, with pupils benefiting from new initiatives. However, the report states that "the quality of education that pupils receive still needs further improvement" due to inconsistencies in curriculum planning. While behaviour and personal development are praised, governance and attendance remain priorities for the school.
Strengths
- Pupils exhibit excellent behaviour, being described as "polite and considerate" who show "kindness and respect" to one another.
- The school provides "highly effective pastoral care," particularly through the ‘thrive hive’ which supports pupil self-regulation.
- Early reading provision is "well-planned," with staff receiving effective support and a strong emphasis on fostering a "love of reading."
- The provision for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) has improved, with swift identification and adapted support in core subjects.
- Personal, social, health education (PSHE) is well-planned, allowing pupils to engage in meaningful debate and community initiatives.
Areas to improve
- The school must ensure an "ambitious, well-planned and sequenced curriculum is in place across all subjects," as current planning is inconsistent and hinders achievement for some pupils.
- Safeguarding records must be improved to "reflect all the actions taken to keep pupils safe," as they are not always fully accurate.
- The governing body must enact plans promptly to hold leaders to account effectively, as governance is "not yet fully effective."
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a "positive culture of safety and welfare," although leaders do not always record all actions taken to keep pupils safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 38% |
| 2023/24 | 40% |
| 2024/25 | 38% |
| 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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