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The Holbeach St Mark's Church of England Primary School

Spalding, PE12 8DZ · Lincolnshire · primary school

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Mixed Primary Church of England
1.6/10 Well below average

233rd 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 — 1.6/10 against 1,531 of them, against 1.6/10 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
MeasurePercentileWeightAdds
Expected standard (RWM) 2023/24 50.0 · 19 62% 1.17
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 Holbeach St Mark's Church of England Primary School overview

How it's doing

In 2023/24, 50.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 63%. The proportion reaching the higher standard was 0.0%, 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 (1.6 out of 10 either way).

Getting in

The published school roll is 48 pupils against a stated capacity of 70. 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 for the 0.0% who reached the higher standard? How does the school plan to improve attainment for the majority of pupils?

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What Ofsted said about The Holbeach St Mark's Church of England Primary School

Inspection report dated 17 July 2025

Overview

This small, rural school fosters a "strong sense of community" where pupils feel "safe and happy" and parents appreciate the "nurturing ethos." However, the report states that the school’s high aspirations are "not realised fully" because its vision and aims are "not implemented consistently by all staff," leading to judgements of "Requires improvement" in most key areas.

Strengths

  • Pupils are "kind and work well together," interacting positively and maintaining good manners around the school.
  • The personal development programme is "broad and rich," helping pupils show "respect and tolerance for diversity" and understand how to stay safe.
  • Staff are "motivated and positive," appreciating support to manage their workload, while governors have a "clear vision" and utilise federation resources effectively.
  • Attendance habits are strong, with staff working closely with families to overcome barriers to punctuality.

Areas to improve

  • The school must ensure curriculum and early years expectations are "firmly established and applied consistently" so aspirations are fully realised.
  • Tasks, particularly in key stage 2 reading, must be "aligned closely to their stage of development" to ensure all pupils read with "increasing fluency, comprehension and independence."
  • Staff should use assessment effectively to resolve misconceptions and actively promote strategies that encourage pupils to become "independent and take ownership of their learning."

Safeguarding

The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."

This is an AI-assisted summary of the official Ofsted report, not a statement written by Ofsted. Check the full official report before making a decision.
Expected standard
50%
2023/24
Higher standard
0%
2023/24
Demand
×1.0
1st prefs per place, 2026/27
Free school meals
44%
vs 25% across England

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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