St Giles Academy
Lincoln, LN2 4LQ · Lincolnshire · primary school
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250th 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 — 1.1/10 against 677 of them, against 0.9/10 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 | 41.0 · 9 | 40% | 0.35 |
| Ofsted | 1 | 35% | 0.03 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Giles Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 41.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with a national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, 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 (1.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.9 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted inspected the school in February 2026 under the new report-card framework.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in Community Ambassadors, Mini Police, Digital Leaders, Reading Ambassadors, Anti-Bullying Ambassadors, and Lunch Leaders. The school also runs a theatre studies week and organises trips to local museums, galleries, and theatres.
Getting in
The published school roll is 371 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 have not yet reached the expected standard in core subjects? What specific support is available for those aiming for the higher standard? How are the ambassador roles structured to ensure broad participation across the year group?
What Ofsted said about St Giles Academy
Overview
The report states that the school "requires significant improvement" because it is "performing significantly less well than it might in all the circumstances reasonably be expected to perform." While a new leadership team has introduced positive changes in behaviour and inclusion, the impact on pupil achievement remains limited due to historical instability and inconsistent teaching.
Strengths
- Safeguarding standards are met, with an "open culture" where concerns are "actively identified, acted upon and managed."
- Leaders have created an "inclusive school culture," ensuring the needs of disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs are met.
- Behaviour has improved significantly; pupils "get on well together," bullying is not a problem, and the school day is "typically calm."
- Staff model kindness, and pupils feel "welcomed" and "proud to be part of an improving school community."
- Early years provision shows "early signs" of improvement, with a sharp focus on communication skills and personal development.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must establish a consistent approach to curriculum delivery and ensure staff have the expertise to implement it well across all subjects.
- Appropriate assessment systems are needed to help staff check learning effectively and close knowledge gaps, particularly in reading, writing, and mathematics.
- Leaders should build on recent efforts to promote regular attendance and reduce persistent absence.
Safeguarding
The report confirms that safeguarding standards are met, noting that leaders have established an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and that "pupils are made safer and feel safe."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 35% |
| 2023/24 | 22% |
| 2024/25 | 41% |
| 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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