Lift North Thoresby
Grimsby, DN36 5PL · Lincolnshire · primary school
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134th 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 3,750 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.8/10 among them, against 4.3/10 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 | 69.0 · 63 | 62% | 3.86 |
| 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.
Lift North Thoresby overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 69.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. However, 0.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.8 out of 10 among them, against 4.3 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 98 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
Since the higher standard attainment is 0.0%, what specific support is offered to pupils aiming to exceed the expected standard? How does the school manage class sizes when the roll exceeds the designated capacity?
What Ofsted said about Lift North Thoresby
Overview
North Thoresby Primary Academy is described as an important part of the local community where pupils are proud, polite, and actively contribute to local initiatives. The school maintains high expectations for behaviour and achievement, supported by a well-sequenced curriculum and strong relationships between staff and pupils.
Strengths
- Behaviour is "excellent," with pupils being "proud of their school and polite" and welcoming visitors with a "friendly smile."
- The curriculum is "well-sequenced and ambitious," setting out "precise knowledge and vocabulary" that helps pupils "remember their learning well."
- Reading is prioritised with "consistent and effective" phonics teaching, ensuring pupils become "confident, fluent and accurate readers."
- Staff have "strong subject knowledge" and use modelling and recaps to ensure prior knowledge is "secure" before introducing new content.
- The personal development offer is "significant," preparing pupils for life in modern Britain through lessons on healthy relationships, safety, and diversity.
Areas to improve
- The school should support staff to "refine their curriculum adaptations and lesson design" because, occasionally, the curriculum is not adapted effectively for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), meaning some do not learn as well as intended.
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) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 77% |
| 2023/24 | 62% |
| 2024/25 | 69% |
| 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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