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Manor Farm Academy

Lincoln, LN6 9ST · Lincolnshire · primary school

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Ofsted: Good · 2025 Inspected 1 year ago Mixed Primary
6.0/10 Broadly average

55th 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 3,480 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.0/10 among them, against 6.5/10 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
MeasurePercentileWeightAdds
Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 73.0 · 73 40% 2.93
Ofsted 52 35% 1.82
Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 7.0 · 51 25% 1.27

Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.

Manor Farm Academy overview

How it's doing

In 2024/25, 73.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0%, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2025. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.0 out of 10 among them, against 6.5 out of 10 nationally.

Beyond the classroom

Pupils join the School Council and ECO Council, participate in swimming and cycling, attend music clubs, and visit theme parks, theatres, and bowling venues. Breakfast and after-school clubs are available.

Getting in

The published school roll is 213 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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

What specific support is provided for pupils aiming to reach the higher standard? How are the ECO Council’s environmental projects integrated into the daily curriculum?

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What Ofsted said about Manor Farm Academy

Inspection report dated 12 March 2025

Overview

Manor Farm Academy has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. The school provides a calm, welcoming atmosphere where pupils are happy, confident, and proud of their learning. Staff maintain high expectations, fostering strong relationships and a supportive environment for all children.

Strengths

  • Pupils demonstrate "exceptional" behaviour, following well-established routines that create a "calm and purposeful atmosphere".
  • The school has created a "broad and ambitious curriculum" with careful planning to help pupils learn and remember over time.
  • A "strong reading culture" is established from Reception, with targeted support ensuring pupils develop confidence and a love of books.
  • Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported well, learning the curriculum alongside peers through adapted teaching.
  • Governors understand their role well and carefully check staff well-being, with staff appreciating the consideration given to their workload.

Areas to improve

  • In some foundation subjects, the curriculum is "not sufficiently well sequenced" to provide opportunities for pupils to revise and recall prior knowledge, causing them to struggle with making connections between current and previous learning.

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.

This is an AI-assisted summary of the official Ofsted report, not a statement written by Ofsted. Check the full official report before making a decision.
Expected standard
73%
2024/25
Higher standard
7%
2024/25
Demand
×1.0
1st prefs per place, 2026/27
Free school meals
8%
vs 25% across England

Results over time

Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.

47% 2022/23
59% 2023/24
73% 2024/25
64% England
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) for Manor Farm Academy
YearExpected standard (reading, writing, maths)
2022/2347%
2023/2459%
2024/2573%
England64%

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.

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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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