St Augustine's Catholic Voluntary Academy
Stamford, PE9 1SR · Lincolnshire · primary school
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119th 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 5.8/10 against 1,429 of them, against 4.6/10 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
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 60.0 · 39 | 62% | 2.40 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 8.0 · 57 | 38% | 2.19 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Augustine's Catholic Voluntary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 60.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the school recorded 8.0% against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 103 pupils against a stated capacity of 175. 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 clubs or trips are available this term?
What Ofsted said about St Augustine's Catholic Voluntary Academy
Overview
St Augustine's Catholic Voluntary Academy is described as a "warm and welcoming school" where pupils are "happy" and feel "safe and well-cared for." The report highlights that the school has improved significantly since its previous inspection, with staff working hard to refine the curriculum and support all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Strengths
- Early years provision is rated Outstanding, with staff making "every effort to get to know the children and their families well" and planning activities "meticulously."
- Reading is a clear priority; staff deliver phonics lessons "consistently well" and ensure pupils practise reading often, helping them to "quickly learn to read."
- The curriculum is "broad and ambitious," with learning "sequenced well" so pupils can build on prior knowledge and deepen understanding over time.
- Pupils demonstrate high levels of "focus and determination," behaving well and receiving "excellent support" when struggling to regulate emotions.
- Leaders provide "strong leadership" and robust support, helping staff manage workload and well-being while driving school improvement.
Areas to improve
- Staff must check pupils’ understanding "accurately" and adapt activities to correct misconceptions, as they do not always do this "carefully enough."
- The school needs to continue improving attendance, particularly for disadvantaged pupils, as too many are "frequently absent" and miss out on curriculum opportunities.
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 | 68% |
| 2023/24 | 25% |
| 2024/25 | 60% |
| 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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