Spalding Parish Church of England Day School
Spalding, PE11 2QG · Lincolnshire · primary school
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153rd 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 — 3.3/10 against 2,393 of them, against 3.1/10 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 | 52.0 · 22 | 40% | 0.88 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 6.0 · 45 | 25% | 1.12 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Spalding Parish Church of England Day School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 52.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 6.0% of pupils, 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 (3.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.1 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2024.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Library, Cooking, ICT and Gardening clubs. Sports include Football, Netball, Gymnastics, Athletics and Multi-skills, while arts and music offer Dance and the School Choir.
Getting in
The published school roll is 537 pupils against a stated capacity of 630. 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 literacy? What specific steps are taken to raise attainment in maths?
What Ofsted said about Spalding Parish Church of England Day School
Overview
The report describes the school as an "exceptional place for all pupils to thrive," providing a "nurturing environment" where students are happy and feel safe. Leaders have "worked relentlessly" to transform the school since its opening, resulting in high-quality education and outstanding behaviour.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "exemplary" behaviour, showing respect and listening attentively in lessons.
- The curriculum is "ambitious" and underpinned by key drivers, with staff possessing a "high level of expertise."
- Reading is central to provision, with a "carefully ordered" phonics programme ensuring pupils become "confident and eager readers."
- Children in the early years make "excellent progress" and are "extremely well prepared for Year 1."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are "carefully included" and "thrive in this setting."
Areas to improve
- In a "small number of subjects," the curriculum requires further refinement as content is not as precise, meaning some pupils’ knowledge is "not secure."
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 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 57% |
| 2024/25 | 52% |
| 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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