Lincoln Birchwood Junior School
Lincoln, LN6 0NL · Lincolnshire · primary school
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174th 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 3.4/10 against 649 of them, against 2.3/10 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 | 52.0 · 22 | 40% | 0.88 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 25% | 0.59 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Lincoln Birchwood Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 52.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 2.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (3.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.3 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 253 pupils against a stated capacity of 360. 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 expected standard in maths? What specific interventions are in place for the 2023 inspection recommendations?
What Ofsted said about Lincoln Birchwood Junior School
Overview
Pupils at Lincoln Birchwood Junior School are keen to attend and feel safe, valued, and proud of their community. Leaders have made significant improvements to the curriculum and provision for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), addressing concerns from the previous inspection. The school fosters a nurturing environment where staff treat pupils with kindness, and parents are very positive about the changes implemented.
Strengths
- Leaders have designed a precise curriculum that meets the needs of disadvantaged pupils and focuses on widening vocabularies.
- Staff are knowledgeable and passionate about reading, ensuring struggling pupils receive immediate help and phonics is taught well.
- Teachers possess good subject knowledge, breaking down complex ideas and modelling tasks to help pupils access learning.
- Support plans for pupils with SEND are precisely matched to individual needs, with lessons adapted accordingly.
- Senior leaders are dedicated, ensuring staff receive necessary training and feel appreciated and supported.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, pupils do not remember previously taught content in sufficient detail, recalling activities rather than underpinning knowledge; leaders should review approaches to the recall of prior learning to help pupils retain key content long-term.
- Pupils sometimes confuse different faiths and beliefs, indicating a need for clearer teaching in this area of personal development.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff reporting concerns straight away and leaders working well with other agencies to support pupils.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 48% |
| 2023/24 | 55% |
| 2024/25 | 52% |
| 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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