Welton St Mary's Church of England Primary Academy
Lincoln, LN2 3LA · Lincolnshire · primary school
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28th 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 — 8.2/10 against 3,899 of them, against 7.8/10 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 | 76.0 · 80 | 41% | 3.28 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 33% | 1.74 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 12.0 · 74 | 26% | 1.89 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Welton St Mary's Church of England Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 76.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 12.0% of pupils, 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 (8.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.8 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2022.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Lego therapy, receive music tuition, and attend an after-school club. The school also organises visits and visitors, including a From Farm to Fork programme.
Getting in
The published school roll is 389 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 do not reach the higher standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the From Farm to Fork visits? How does the after-school club operate for children with early pickup needs?
What Ofsted said about Welton St Mary's Church of England Primary Academy
Overview
Welton St Mary’s Church of England Primary Academy continues to be a good school where pupils flourish. The report highlights that pupils are enthusiastic about learning, behave well, and feel happy and safe. Leaders have designed a well-structured curriculum, though it has not yet run for a full academic year to allow for full impact evaluation.
Strengths
- Pupils’ behaviour is described as “exemplary,” with bullying and low-level disruption being “extremely rare.”
- The teaching of phonics and early reading is a strength, with staff ensuring pupils “keep up rather than catch up.”
- Teachers have “good subject knowledge” and explain tasks clearly, using symbols and pictures to help pupils remember key information.
- The curriculum for personal development is strong, preparing pupils well for life in modern Britain with a good understanding of different faiths and mental health.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are spotted quickly and given effective support to access the full curriculum.
Areas to improve
- Subject leaders need time, support, and training to effectively check the impact of the curriculum, as they do not yet know precisely which areas pupils have learned.
- Support plans for pupils with SEND are “not sharp enough,” lacking details on which adults provide support and when targets will be evaluated.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with robust recruitment processes, comprehensive records, and staff who are alert to signs of abuse and trained in peer-on-peer abuse guidance.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 72% |
| 2023/24 | 75% |
| 2024/25 | 76% |
| 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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