Ulceby St Nicholas Church of England Primary School
Ulceby, DN39 6TB · North Lincolnshire · primary school
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29th of 54 primary schools in North Lincolnshire we can score, 62 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 3,909 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.6/10 among them, against 4.3/10 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 | 69.0 · 63 | 40% | 2.51 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Ulceby St Nicholas Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 69.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.6 out of 10 among them, against 4.3 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Sign Language, Book Club, Board games, Maths Club, and Calm Club, play netball, or sing in the choir. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 94 pupils against a stated capacity of 175. 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 progress from the expected standard to the higher standard? What specific strategies are used to improve results in the similar-intake comparison group? How are the various clubs integrated into the weekly timetable?
What Ofsted said about Ulceby St Nicholas Church of England Primary School
Overview
This is a “welcoming and friendly village school” where pupils are “respectful and happy” and feel safe within a positive community. Leaders have developed a curriculum designed to “open doors and minds,” preparing pupils for life in modern Britain through themes such as confidence and aspiration. The school benefits from strong trust support and effective safeguarding arrangements.
Strengths
- Pupils build strong relationships, work well together, and live out school rules to create a “calm and focused environment.”
- The curriculum connects previous learning with new knowledge, with appropriate adaptations for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- There is a clear structure for teaching reading, ensuring pupils learn to decode words before developing fluency, with effective support for those who struggle.
- Early mathematics teaching encourages good number sense, with children praised for showing work in different ways.
- The school broadens pupils’ experiences through clubs, trips, and roles like worship leaders, helping them understand fundamental British values.
Areas to improve
- The curriculum for handwriting lacks clarity; leaders must adjust it to ensure pupils build accuracy and fluency in transcription over time, as some inaccuracies become embedded.
- Some subject leaders are new and have not yet monitored the impact of the planned curriculum; they need further development to identify gaps in learning and address misconceptions.
Safeguarding
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 | 54% |
| 2023/24 | 63% |
| 2024/25 | 69% |
| 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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