The St Margaret's Church of England School, Withern
Alford, LN13 0NB · Lincolnshire · primary school
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7th 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 — 10.0/10 against 1,990 of them, against 9.8/10 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 | 88.0 · 96 | 41% | 3.92 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.76 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 38.0 · 100 | 26% | 2.54 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
The St Margaret's Church of England School, Withern overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 88.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 38.0% 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 (10.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.8 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2022.
Getting in
The published school roll is 75 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
Since the last inspection was in 2022, what specific improvements have been made to the curriculum since then? How does the school support pupils who are working towards the higher standard in core subjects?
What Ofsted said about The St Margaret's Church of England School, Withern
Overview
The St Margaret’s Church of England School continues to be a good school, where pupils enjoy learning and behave well due to high adult expectations. Leaders maintain a well-planned curriculum that helps pupils retain key knowledge, while staff feel valued and supported in a ‘calm, positive and like a family’ environment.
Strengths
- Pupils describe the school as ‘the best’ and enjoy using outdoor areas for learning, such as exploring ‘biomes and zones’.
- The curriculum is ‘well sequenced’, with leaders identifying gaps in understanding and ensuring pupils ‘remember the key knowledge’.
- Leaders ensure all pupils can read by Year 2 through prioritised early reading lessons that help pupils ‘over-learn’ essential skills.
- Staff feel ‘well supported with their workload’ and appreciate the training provided by leaders.
- Pupils know whom to speak to if worried, with staff sorting out disagreements quickly and bullying being rare.
Areas to improve
- Governors are ‘overly reliant on what leaders tell them’ and must assure themselves that presented information is accurate to hold leaders to account effectively.
- Pupils’ knowledge of ‘fundamental British values, including different faiths and cultures’ is less strong than other aspects of personal development and requires broadening.
- Curriculum implementation occasionally leads to pupils becoming ‘unfocused’, so leaders must ensure teaching activities keep all pupils fully focused on learning.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders regularly discussing concerns, involving other agencies when needed, and ensuring staff receive regular training to identify pupils at risk.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 82% |
| 2023/24 | 86% |
| 2024/25 | 88% |
| 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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