Malcolm Sargent Primary School
Stamford, PE9 2SR · Lincolnshire · primary school
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49th 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 — 6.8/10 against 3,948 of them, against 6.6/10 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 | 70.0 · 65 | 40% | 2.61 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Malcolm Sargent Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 70.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 10.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (6.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.6 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2025.
Getting in
The published school roll is 604 pupils against a stated capacity of 589. 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
With the most recent inspection in January 2025, what specific improvements have been made since then? How does the school support pupils who are working towards the expected standard in core subjects?
What Ofsted said about Malcolm Sargent Primary School
Overview
Malcolm Sargent Primary School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. The school is described as a welcoming environment where pupils receive a quality education and benefit from a rich personal development programme. Leaders set high aspirations, fostering a calm atmosphere where pupils feel safe, happy, and proud to ‘love to learn’.
Strengths
- Pupils benefit from a broad and balanced curriculum with carefully sequenced subject plans that allow them to gain a deep body of knowledge in a logical order.
- Staff are passionate about reading, ensuring pupils learn to read accurately and fluently while enjoying a variety of texts.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) achieve well, accessing the same ambitious content as their classmates with full support.
- A strong culture of respect is established, with pupils demonstrating kindness and honesty; bullying is dealt with quickly, contributing to strong overall attendance.
- Leaders provide quality training for all staff, who report high job satisfaction and appreciate the support provided.
Areas to improve
- Some pupils are not moved on to new learning when they are ready, which hinders their progress; the school needs to continue to develop the curriculum so that all pupils can excel at the highest level.
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 | 68% |
| 2023/24 | 71% |
| 2024/25 | 70% |
| 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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