Colsterworth Church of England Primary School
Grantham, NG33 5NJ · Lincolnshire · primary school
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132nd 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 3,909 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.3/10 among them, against 4.0/10 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 | 59.0 · 37 | 40% | 1.47 |
| 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.
Colsterworth Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 59.0% 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 March 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.3 out of 10 among them, against 4.0 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Kids' Club, participate in the Talented Athlete Programme and swimming, or serve as Arts Ambassadors. Trips include visits to PGL. Both a breakfast club and an after-school club are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 159 pupils against a stated capacity of 175. 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 national median in core subjects? What specific activities are included in the Talented Athlete Programme?
What Ofsted said about Colsterworth Church of England Primary School
Overview
Colsterworth Church of England Primary School is described as a ‘special place for pupils to learn and grow in’, with a deeply embedded ethos of caring. The report highlights ‘exemplary’ behaviour and a curriculum that is ‘well developed’, though it notes inconsistencies in how effectively pupils retain knowledge across all subjects.
Strengths
- Pupils’ behaviour is ‘exemplary’, with bullying being rare and dealt with quickly.
- There is a ‘strong focus on reading’, ensuring pupils become ‘confident and fluent readers’ with access to diverse texts.
- Children in the early years have a ‘strong start to their education’, following routines consistently and managing their own emotions.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive tailored support, helping them achieve ‘the same outcomes’ as their peers.
- Leaders are ‘mindful of staff well-being and workload’, with strong support from the trust and governors.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure teachers ‘consistently use effective strategies to help pupils recall what they have learned’, as recaps are not always effective.
- Leaders should ensure pupils have the ‘necessary knowledge and understanding of different faiths’ to prepare them for life in modern Britain, as current understanding is inconsistent.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are ‘effective’, with staff receiving training to identify risks and concerns being dealt with ‘swiftly’ in collaboration with external agencies.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 83% |
| 2023/24 | 73% |
| 2024/25 | 59% |
| 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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