St Hugh's Catholic Primary, A Voluntary Academy
Lincoln, LN6 0SH · Lincolnshire · primary school
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221st 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 — 2.1/10 against 2,480 of them, against 2.2/10 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 | 49.0 · 17 | 62% | 1.06 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 38% | 1.13 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Hugh's Catholic Primary, A Voluntary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 49.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 3.0% reached the higher standard, 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 (2.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 267 pupils against a stated capacity of 245. 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
What specific support is available for pupils who are not reaching the expected standard? How does the curriculum adapt to ensure all students engage with the higher standard targets?
What Ofsted said about St Hugh's Catholic Primary, A Voluntary Academy
Overview
St Hugh’s Catholic Primary is a school where pupils “flourish in the school’s safe and happy environment” and act as “excellent ambassadors.” The report highlights a “broad and ambitious” curriculum that is “crafted with care,” supported by staff who “care for pupils exceptionally well.” Leaders maintain high expectations, ensuring pupils are guided to “live, love and learn” in ways that reflect the school’s ethos, resulting in a strong sense of calm and order.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “broad and ambitious,” with key knowledge carefully mapped from Reception to Year 6 to equip pupils for future education.
- Staff possess “secure subject knowledge” and effectively model subject-specific language, helping pupils use terms like “evergreen” and “deciduous” with confidence.
- Reading is “prioritised across the school” with a consistent approach to early reading; books are matched to sounds pupils know, and those who struggle receive timely support.
- Pupils demonstrate excellent behaviour, being “polite and kind,” and take their responsibilities seriously, contributing to a positive school culture.
- Personal development is “well considered,” with pupils engaging in arts, sports, and charity fundraising, including links with schools in Nigeria.
Areas to improve
- Teaching strategies for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are “not fully embedded,” meaning these pupils do not consistently receive the help needed to learn the intended curriculum.
- Staff do not always spot when pupils are “not ready to move on to new learning,” leaving some with unaddressed knowledge gaps or misconceptions.
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 | 64% |
| 2023/24 | 63% |
| 2024/25 | 49% |
| 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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