Long Sutton County Primary School
Spalding, PE12 9EP · Lincolnshire · primary school
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238th 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 — 0.8/10 against 2,601 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 | 32.0 · 4 | 62% | 0.22 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 38% | 0.92 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Long Sutton County Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 32.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 2.0% reached the higher standard, 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 (0.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.1 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join My Happy Mind and All Stars clubs, attend residential visits, and use the breakfast and after-school clubs.
Getting in
The published school roll is 420 pupils against a stated capacity of 422. 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 activities take place during the residential visits? How does the school manage class sizes with 420 pupils enrolled?
What Ofsted said about Long Sutton County Primary School
Overview
Long Sutton County Primary School is described as a place of "high expectations and strong values" where pupils learn the curriculum well and behave politely. The report highlights "significant improvements" in the curriculum, behaviour, and attendance, noting that staff value pupils' hard work and that children settle quickly into the early years.
Strengths
- The school’s work to support pupils’ mental health is "excellent," helping them understand strategies to look after themselves and respect others.
- Pupils develop a "love of reading" through enjoyable, purposeful time spent reading a carefully selected range of texts from Reception onwards.
- The provision for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is "robust and supportive," with staff skilfully adapting lessons to ensure progress.
- Pupils broaden their personal horizons through leadership roles, clubs, and residential trips, developing confidence and an understanding of British values.
- Classroom environments are "calm and purposeful," with pupils enjoying school and knowing adults are available to help with concerns.
Areas to improve
- Checks on pupils’ knowledge are not always clear enough to identify gaps in prior learning, meaning some pupils do not build knowledge as securely as they could.
- Monitoring and evaluation of some aspects of the school’s work are not as effective as they could be, leading to missed opportunities for development.
Safeguarding
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 | 55% |
| 2023/24 | 53% |
| 2024/25 | 32% |
| 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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