Sutton-on-Sea Community Primary School
Mablethorpe, LN12 2HU · Lincolnshire · primary school
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123rd 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 — 6.4/10 against 376 of them, against 4.1/10 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 | 50.0 · 19 | 41% | 0.77 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.76 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 26% | 1.97 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Sutton-on-Sea Community Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 50.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 13.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2022. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.1 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 112 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 core subjects? What specific support is available for children with high needs? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Sutton-on-Sea Community Primary School
Overview
This is a “happy school” where relationships are positive and pupils are “well cared for.” Leaders have created a culture where pupils “achieve today and build on tomorrow,” supported by high staff expectations and a cohesive team. The governing body provides effective challenge and support to ensure continued improvement.
Strengths
- Pupils behave well, are “polite and courteous,” and bullying is rare.
- Reading is taught well, with a clear phonics programme ensuring “no one slips through the net.”
- The early years curriculum is “well designed” and builds incrementally on children’s knowledge.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive effective support to learn the same curriculum as their peers.
- Personal development lessons help pupils become “global citizens” who “respect difference.”
Areas to improve
- Leaders must complete the review of the curriculum in all subjects, as a small number are not yet well planned or sequenced.
- The curriculum in some subjects does not clearly identify the “underpinning knowledge” needed to master specific skills.
- Leaders should systematically record and evaluate which pupils access extra-curricular activities to ensure disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND benefit equally.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders ensuring it is the “highest priority” and staff knowing robustly how to follow up concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 29% |
| 2023/24 | 23% |
| 2024/25 | 50% |
| 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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