Legsby Primary School
Market Rasen, LN8 3QW · Lincolnshire · primary school
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208th 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 — 0.7/10 against 2,066 of them, against 0.9/10 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) 2023/24 | 40.0 · 8 | 40% | 0.32 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2023/24 | 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.
Legsby Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2023/24, 40.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 63%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, against a national median of 6%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023. 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 (0.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 26 pupils against a stated capacity of 70. 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 move from the expected standard to the higher standard in core subjects? What specific strategies are used to improve reading and writing outcomes for the current cohort? How does the small class size influence individual attention during lessons?
What Ofsted said about Legsby Primary School
Overview
Legsby Primary School is judged as ‘Good’ across all inspection categories, marking an improvement from its previous ‘Requires improvement’ rating. The report highlights a positive school culture where pupils feel safe, behave well, and enjoy a broad curriculum enriched by clubs and educational visits. Leaders have established a clear curriculum structure that helps most pupils develop secure knowledge, particularly in reading and core subjects.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate high standards of behaviour, treating one another with respect and speaking ‘politically and confidently’ to visitors.
- The curriculum is well-sequenced, with leaders identifying ‘small steps of learning’ to help pupils build knowledge over time.
- Reading is a clear priority, supported by a new library and staff training, resulting in most pupils becoming ‘accurate readers’.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive prompt identification and tailored support, allowing them to ‘keep up with their peers’.
- Staff are described by pupils as ‘lovely’ and ‘kind’, fostering positive relationships and a supportive environment.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure teachers routinely help pupils recall prior learning so they can connect previous and current studies.
- Checks on pupils’ understanding must be consistent across all subjects to identify gaps and move learning on effectively.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, underpinned by a ‘culture of professional curiosity’, rigorous pre-employment checks, and comprehensive staff training.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 30% |
| 2023/24 | 40% |
| England | 63% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,190 state schools in England we hold a 2023/24 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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