The Marton Academy
Gainsborough, DN21 5AG · Lincolnshire · primary school
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6th 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 — 7.5/10 against 4,112 of them, against 7.9/10 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) 2024/25 | 78.0 · 84 | 40% | 3.36 |
| Ofsted | 92 | 35% | 3.22 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 11.0 · 71 | 25% | 1.77 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
The Marton Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 78.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 11.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (7.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.9 out of 10 against all schools). The most recent inspection took place in February 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in swimming.
Getting in
The published school roll is 100 pupils against a stated capacity of 120. 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 in reaching the higher standard in core subjects? What specific activities or clubs are available beyond swimming? How does the new inspection framework affect daily teaching practices?
What Ofsted said about The Marton Academy
Overview
The Marton Academy is described as a "special place" where pupils are "well educated, well cared for and able to thrive." Leaders demonstrate a "moral purpose" and deep understanding of the community, ensuring high-quality provision across all areas of school life.
Strengths
- Pupils achieve well from their starting points, with published outcomes in national tests consistently "above national averages."
- Attendance is high because pupils are "happy and excited to come to school," valuing their teachers and finding lessons "fun and unmissable."
- Behaviour is "highly positive," with bullying and harassment absent due to clear expectations and quick resolution of disagreements.
- Teaching is "consistently high quality," with staff using precise explanations and systematic checks to address misconceptions and gaps in knowledge.
- Inclusion is central to the school’s work, ensuring vulnerable pupils and those with special educational needs receive precise support and "flourish."
Areas to improve
- Leaders and governors should "sustain the effectiveness of their work" and maintain focus on continued improvement to drive a "transformational impact for all pupils."
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" ensuring pupils are made safer and feel safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 85% |
| 2024/25 | 78% |
| 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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