Quadring Cowley & Brown's Primary School
Spalding, PE11 4SQ · Lincolnshire · primary school
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10th 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 — 9.5/10 against 3,597 of them, against 9.1/10 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 | 94.0 · 99 | 41% | 4.02 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.77 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 25% | 1.97 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Quadring Cowley & Brown's Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 94.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 13.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2022. 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 (9.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.1 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 98 pupils against a stated capacity of 112. 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 do not reach the higher standard in their core subjects? What specific trips or clubs are available for Year 6 students this term? How does the school manage class sizes when the roll approaches the 112-place limit?
What Ofsted said about Quadring Cowley & Brown's Primary School
Overview
Quadring Cowley & Brown’s Primary School continues to be a good school, described as a "vibrant" environment where pupils are "happy and enjoy their learning." Leaders promote high expectations, resulting in motivated pupils who are "polite and respectful" and feel safe within a "strong culture of care."
Strengths
- Reading is a "central priority," with "highly structured" daily phonics sessions ensuring pupils use decoding skills well and acquire a "wide vocabulary."
- Pupils "enjoy mathematics" and explain their learning securely using correct terminology, supported by teachers who provide regular opportunities to recap.
- The curriculum in many subjects is "strong," allowing pupils to build knowledge gradually and explain complex concepts, such as in history.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) "access the full curriculum" through high-quality support and resources suited to their needs.
- Personal development is of "high quality," with initiatives like ‘Motivation Mondays’ helping pupils develop resilience and a secure understanding of British values.
Areas to improve
- Curriculum plans for some subjects, such as music and modern foreign languages, are not sufficiently well planned or sequenced; leaders must clarify what pupils should know and by when.
- The approach to assessment in wider curriculum subjects is inconsistent; leaders need to ensure staff understand the rationale behind assessments to avoid unnecessary burdens.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with robust record-keeping, prompt reporting of concerns, and regular training for staff and governors.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 56% |
| 2023/24 | 100% |
| 2024/25 | 94% |
| 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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