Sutton Bridge Westmere Community Primary School
Spalding, PE12 9TB · Lincolnshire · primary school
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191st 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 1,275 of them, against 4.4/10 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 | 70.0 · 65 | 40% | 2.61 |
| 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.
Sutton Bridge Westmere Community Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 70.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, 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, 4.4 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted inspected the school in March 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Getting in
The published school roll is 204 pupils against a stated capacity of 315. 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 provisions are available for pupils who need additional support in reading or writing? How does the school monitor progress for pupils in the lower performance band?
What Ofsted said about Sutton Bridge Westmere Community Primary School
Overview
The inspection identifies that pupils’ achievement is uneven, with many lacking secure reading, writing, or mathematics skills. While leaders demonstrate a strong commitment to inclusion and pastoral care, inconsistencies in teaching quality, attendance, and early years provision mean pupils do not yet receive the steady education they need.
Strengths
- Safeguarding standards are met, with an "open culture" where concerns are actively identified and managed.
- The curriculum is now "broader, better balanced and more structured," with phonics described as a "secure part of the curriculum."
- Pupils report feeling safe, trusting adults, and enjoying leadership roles and clubs.
- Pastoral support is a strength, with leaders acting quickly to help pupils and families.
- Staff morale is high, with staff feeling "trusted and supported" and valuing training opportunities.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must secure pupils' foundational knowledge by ensuring teachers sequence learning clearly and address misunderstandings before moving on.
- Attendance remains low, particularly for vulnerable groups, requiring tightened follow-up systems and reinforced behaviour expectations.
- Early years provision needs consistent, high-quality interactions and clearer structure to ensure children receive a secure start.
Safeguarding
The report states 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 | 54% |
| 2023/24 | 40% |
| 2024/25 | 70% |
| 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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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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