St Botolph's C of E Primary School
Sleaford, NG34 7FE · Lincolnshire · primary school
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97th 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 — 4.6/10 against 3,666 of them, against 4.8/10 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 | 63.0 · 46 | 40% | 1.85 |
| 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.
St Botolph's C of E Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 63.0% 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% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (4.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.8 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023.
Getting in
The published school roll is 402 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 close to the expected standard in maths? What specific trips or external visits are planned for the current academic year? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about St Botolph's C of E Primary School
Overview
St Botolph’s C of E Primary School continues to be a good school, maintaining high standards since its previous inspection. Leaders have fostered an ethos where Christian values are central, creating a positive environment where pupils behave well and show pride in their learning. The curriculum is ambitious, with a strong focus on early reading, mathematics, and pupil welfare.
Strengths
- Children get off to a strong start in the early years, benefiting from a "well-resourced and vibrant learning environment" and staff with high expectations.
- There is a "strong reading culture" across the school, with effective phonics training and books matched to pupils’ known sounds to develop fluent readers.
- In mathematics, teachers focus on fluency and reasoning, using practical resources to help pupils become "confident mathematicians."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive "skilled support" and strong pastoral care, with clear systems for identifying needs.
- Staff feel well supported by leaders, who operate an "open-door policy" and manage workload effectively through staggered curriculum development.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure assessment strategies are consistent across all subjects, as teachers do not always check pupils’ knowledge and skills "precisely and systematically enough."
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a culture of "high vigilance," robust records, and staff who are trained and supported to escalate concerns appropriately.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 57% |
| 2023/24 | 60% |
| 2024/25 | 63% |
| 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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