Theddlethorpe Academy
Mablethorpe, LN12 1PB · Lincolnshire · primary school
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105th 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 5.8/10 against 1,344 of them, against 4.6/10 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 | 63.0 · 46 | 40% | 1.85 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 6.0 · 45 | 25% | 1.12 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Theddlethorpe Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 63.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 6.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in football, hockey, netball, handball, gymnastics, dance, athletics, and swimming.
Getting in
The published school roll is 98 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 to bridge the gap between the expected and higher standards in maths? What specific strategies are used to maintain the Good Ofsted rating in daily teaching?
What Ofsted said about Theddlethorpe Academy
Overview
Theddlethorpe Academy is rated ‘Good’ for overall effectiveness, having improved from its previous ‘Requires improvement’ judgement. Leaders have established an ‘ambitious curriculum’ with high expectations, fostering a positive environment where pupils feel safe and enjoy attending school. The report highlights strong personal development and effective support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate ‘positive relationships with staff’ and treat one another with respect, underpinned by core values of ‘pride, achievement, confidence and effort’.
- The curriculum is well-designed, allowing pupils to ‘link their learning over time’, particularly in subjects like history where recall is confident.
- Early years provision is ‘well-organised’, ensuring children develop the necessary skills and knowledge to be ready for key stage 1.
- Leaders provide ‘wider opportunities’ such as archery, craft clubs, and visits from visiting speakers, enhancing pupils’ community engagement.
- Safeguarding arrangements are ‘effective’, with staff receiving regular training and pupils learning how to keep themselves safe online.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, pupils struggle to recall learning from previous topics or years, preventing them from routinely ‘connect[ing] their knowledge over time’.
- Teachers occasionally fail to address misconceptions or use their understanding of pupils’ existing knowledge to ‘move learning on at the most appropriate point’, leaving some pupils confused.
Safeguarding
The report states that ‘the arrangements for safeguarding are effective’, noting that staff complete annual training, receive weekly updates, and know how to report concerns to keep pupils safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 36% |
| 2023/24 | 15% |
| 2024/25 | 63% |
| 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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