The Harlaxton Church of England Primary School
Grantham, NG32 1HT · Lincolnshire · primary school
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156th 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 the 3,249 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.5/10 among them, against 3.0/10 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 | 48.0 · 16 | 40% | 0.65 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
The Harlaxton Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 48.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0%, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.5 out of 10 among them, against 3.0 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
The school offers music lessons, a breakfast club, and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 167 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 literacy? What specific activities take place during the after-school club? How does the curriculum adapt for pupils with diverse learning needs?
What Ofsted said about The Harlaxton Church of England Primary School
Overview
The inspection found that pupils are “happy and safe” within a school that maintains a “calm and focused ethos” and high behavioural expectations. Leaders have established a “broad and ambitious curriculum” that is “suitably demanding,” resulting in positive attitudes towards learning and strong personal development for all students.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate pride in their work and “live the school’s seven values and principles daily,” showing respect and kindness towards one another.
- The provision for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is “very effective,” with staff adapting teaching well so these pupils learn the same curriculum as their peers.
- Reading is a clear priority; staff teach phonics “consistently well” and nurture a love of reading through daily story time and carefully developed comprehension skills.
- Early years provision gives children a “good start,” with strong support for speech, communication, and number work through “well-thought-through activities.”
- Personal development is “very good,” preparing pupils for life in Britain with a mature understanding of democracy, liberty, and spiritual reflection.
Areas to improve
- The school must ensure that checks on pupils’ knowledge and understanding are “secure in these foundation subjects” (such as art, history, and French) to gain a comprehensive understanding of how well pupils know the curriculum across all areas.
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 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 59% |
| 2024/25 | 48% |
| 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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