The Billinghay Church of England Primary School
Lincoln, LN4 4HU · Lincolnshire · primary school
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79th 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 2,222 of them, against 5.2/10 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 | 62.0 · 44 | 40% | 1.74 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
The Billinghay Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 62.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 10.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 143 pupils against a stated capacity of 175. 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 maths? What specific activities take place during the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about The Billinghay Church of England Primary School
Overview
The inspection found that the school provides a good quality of education, with pupils who are well prepared for their future careers and feel safe and happy. Leaders have created a thoughtful curriculum with a clear focus on knowledge, supported by teachers with strong subject expertise. However, the report highlights significant challenges regarding pupil attendance and an over-reliance on the headteacher for operational tasks.
Strengths
- Careers guidance is a strength, with staff challenging gender stereotypes and raising pupils’ aspirations through workshops and role models.
- Teachers skilfully use assessment to address learning gaps and misconceptions, particularly in the early years, science, and design and technology.
- The reading curriculum is well-planned and sequenced, ensuring children learn to read from the early years and catch up if they fall behind.
- Pupils behave well, show great care for one another, and understand distinct types of bullying, including online.
- Systems to support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities have improved, with sensitive help provided by teaching assistants.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure attendance management is appropriately staffed and that vulnerable families receive the necessary support to reduce persistent absence.
- The headteacher is completing too many tasks; leaders and governors must ensure leadership duties are appropriately delegated to other talented staff.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a strong culture of welfare, well-trained staff, and appropriate escalation of concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 61% |
| 2023/24 | 39% |
| 2024/25 | 62% |
| 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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