Shepeau Stow Primary School
Spalding, PE12 0TX · Lincolnshire · primary school
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232nd 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 — 1.3/10 against 2,330 of them, against 1.6/10 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 | 50.0 · 19 | 62% | 1.17 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 38% | 0.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Shepeau Stow Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 50% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The proportion reaching the higher standard was 0%, 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 (1.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 58 pupils against a stated capacity of 105. 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 core subjects? What specific interventions are in place for those who did not reach the higher standard? How does the school plan to improve attainment in the coming year?
What Ofsted said about Shepeau Stow Primary School
Overview
Shepeau Stow Primary School is described as a "nurturing school" where pupils feel "welcome and included" and relationships are "warm." However, the quality of education and leadership require improvement because the curriculum is not taught consistently well, particularly in the early years, meaning "learning does not build successfully on what pupils already know."
Strengths
- Pupils are "polite and treat each other with courtesy and respect," contributing to good behaviour and attitudes.
- The school prioritises reading effectively; staff are "well trained to deliver the phonics programme," helping pupils become "fluent readers."
- Personal development is strong, with pupils demonstrating an "age-appropriate understanding of different types of families and relationships" and knowing how to keep themselves safe.
- Attendance has improved significantly due to proactive support, including "home visits and advice regarding transport."
- Staff well-being is carefully considered, with effective workload support and opportunities for collaborative training.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure teachers "check closely what pupils know" to resolve misconceptions, as pupils currently do not deepen their understanding or remember taught content in sufficient detail.
- The early years curriculum needs to identify specific "knowledge and skills" rather than focusing on activities, to better support children’s learning and language development.
- Subject leaders require better evaluation skills to ensure consistent implementation and assessment of the curriculum across all subjects.
Safeguarding
The report states that "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 | 43% |
| 2023/24 | 40% |
| 2024/25 | 50% |
| 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
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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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