Mablethorpe Primary Academy
Mablethorpe, LN12 1EW · Lincolnshire · primary school
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184th 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 — 2.5/10 against 1,026 of them, against 1.9/10 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 | 48.0 · 16 | 40% | 0.65 |
| 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.
Mablethorpe Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 48.0% 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%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (2.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
The school offers sports clubs for Years 2 to 6, an Art Club, and dance lessons via Silhouette School of Dance. An after-school club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 320 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 support is available for children who need extra help with reading? How does the after-school club integrate with the main curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Mablethorpe Primary Academy
Overview
Mablethorpe Primary Academy continues to be a good school, where leaders work hard to ensure pupils have a positive experience. Pupils feel safe, enjoy coming to school, and form positive, trusting relationships with staff who hold high expectations for behaviour. The curriculum is well-designed to address knowledge gaps from national lockdowns, and leaders have prioritised reading with effective training for all staff.
Strengths
- Pupils feel safe, enjoy school, and take pride in their work, forming "positive and trusting relationships" with staff.
- Leaders have redesigned the curriculum to fill knowledge gaps, ensuring pupils develop "secure knowledge" through revisiting learning.
- Reading is a priority; staff are trained to help pupils learn to read, and most children "quickly become accurate readers."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) learn alongside peers, receiving specific support tailored to their precise needs.
- Staff appreciate leadership that cares about their well-being, including policy changes to reduce workload.
Areas to improve
- Teachers do not always provide sufficient opportunities for pupils to develop disciplinary knowledge, such as thinking like a historian or scientist.
- Teachers do not always check pupils’ understanding precisely enough to support them in moving their learning on when ready.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with robust systems in place to identify and share concerns, and thorough pre-employment checks completed by leaders.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 40% |
| 2023/24 | 45% |
| 2024/25 | 48% |
| 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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