The Gedney Hill Church of England VC Primary School
Spalding, PE12 0NL · Lincolnshire · primary school
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251st 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 — 0.1/10 against 2,170 of them, against 0.5/10 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) 2023/24 | 22.0 · 1 | 62% | 0.08 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2023/24 | 0.0 · 10 | 38% | 0.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
The Gedney Hill Church of England VC Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2023/24, 22.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 63%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 6%. 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 (0.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 60 pupils against a stated capacity of 105. 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 interventions are in place to help children reach the higher standard? How does the school plan to improve outcomes for the next cohort?
What Ofsted said about The Gedney Hill Church of England VC Primary School
Overview
The report describes an inclusive school where "pupils thrive" and feel safe, supported by staff who treat them with "kindness and respect." Significant improvements have been made since the previous inspection, resulting in pupils who "achieve well" and demonstrate positive attitudes towards learning.
Strengths
- Reading is a priority, with "high levels of expertise in teaching phonics" and "meticulously organised" sessions that help pupils become "confident, fluent readers."
- The school has created an "ambitious curriculum" with clearly defined knowledge sequences, enabling pupils to build skills from early years to Year 6.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are "supported effectively" and "achieve well" due to knowledgeable staff strategies.
- Staff and governors work collaboratively, with leaders managing workload well and governors holding leaders to account through "precise questioning."
- Pupils enjoy leadership roles and demonstrate a "deep understanding of respect" for those different to them.
Areas to improve
- Teaching does not consistently check pupils’ understanding, meaning some receive work not matched to their existing knowledge, limiting learning depth.
- Pupils lack a suitable understanding of some British values and protected characteristics, meaning they are not fully prepared for aspects of life in modern Britain.
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 | 8% |
| 2023/24 | 22% |
| England | 63% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,190 state schools in England we hold a 2023/24 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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