Leadenham Church of England Academy
Lincoln, LN5 0QB · Lincolnshire · primary school
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239th 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 — 1.1/10 against 903 of them, against 1.1/10 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 | 43.0 · 11 | 62% | 0.65 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 38% | 0.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Leadenham Church of England Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 43.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. 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 (1.1 out of 10 either way).
Getting in
The published school roll is 24 pupils against a stated capacity of 63. 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 to bridge the gap between the expected and higher standards? What specific strategies are used to improve reading and writing outcomes? How does the school plan to maintain progress for the current cohort as it grows towards full capacity?
What Ofsted said about Leadenham Church of England Academy
Overview
Pupils enjoy attending this school and show interest in its “broad, ambitious curriculum,” yet they are “not yet reaching the standards they should.” While personal development is rated Good, the quality of education, behaviour, and leadership all require improvement due to inconsistent teaching and delayed responses to weaknesses.
Strengths
- Pupils feel “happy and safe,” with staff teaching “kindness and respect” through initiatives like the ‘kindness tree’.
- Personal development is strong, with opportunities such as trips and clubs helping pupils build “character” and “confidence.”
- The curriculum has been logically organised to help pupils “build knowledge over time,” with recent changes beginning to help some make better connections.
- Attendance is monitored closely, leading to more pupils attending school regularly, and staff feel “well supported.”
Areas to improve
- The school and trust must ensure actions to improve the quality of education are “implemented in a timely manner,” as weaknesses have not been tackled swiftly enough.
- Staff require proper training and expertise to deliver the phonics programme effectively and support pupils who fall behind in reading.
- Clear targets for pupils with SEND must be identified so staff can adapt teaching to help these pupils “overcome their barriers to learning.”
- Expectations for pupils’ conduct must be made clear to ensure consistently high standards of behaviour and reduce disruption.
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective.”
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 36% |
| 2024/25 | 43% |
| 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
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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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