Westgate Academy
Lincoln, LN1 3BQ · Lincolnshire · primary school
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198th 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 — 4.0/10 against 1,939 of them, against 3.5/10 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 | 58.0 · 35 | 40% | 1.39 |
| Ofsted | 12 | 35% | 0.43 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 25% | 0.88 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Westgate Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 58.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 4.0% against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (4.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.5 out of 10 against all schools). The school was inspected in February 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils access multi sports, football, cricket, archery, fencing, swimming, instrumental lessons, djembe drumming, and the Lincoln Cathedral choir. An after-school club is available for wraparound care.
Getting in
The published school roll is 428 pupils against a stated capacity of 480. 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 are below the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the after-school club? How does the new inspection framework affect current teaching priorities?
What Ofsted said about Westgate Academy
Overview
Westgate Academy is a school where leaders have established a clear, ambitious vision rooted in inclusion and high expectations. The report highlights that the school is fulfilling expected standards across most areas, with attendance and behaviour reaching a strong standard. Pupils feel safe, behave maturely, and generally achieve well, though some inconsistencies in teaching and support remain.
Strengths
- Attendance is close to or above national figures, with leaders taking immediate action to address absences and working positively with families.
- Behaviour is described as "calm, respectful and well established," with pupils behaving maturely and bullying being rare.
- The curriculum is "ambitious, coherent and well ordered," helping pupils build knowledge securely over time.
- Support for social and emotional wellbeing is a "significant strength," with effective use of the behaviour hub and targeted programmes.
- Staff feel supported and motivated within a "purposeful, positive culture," valuing the professional learning provided.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure provision for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities is consistently embedded across all subjects.
- Leaders should strengthen the consistency of curriculum implementation so pupils experience equally effective teaching regardless of their class.
- Leaders should refine the curriculum for personal development to ensure pupils have a secure understanding of fundamental British values.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an open culture where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and concerns are actively identified and managed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 51% |
| 2023/24 | 63% |
| 2024/25 | 58% |
| 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
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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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