Alford Primary School

About Alford Primary School

Alford Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the East Lindsey community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 312 pupils on roll, operating at 74% capacity.

Ofsted has rated Alford Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Laura Mackenzie-Snow, it falls under Lincolnshire local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8186th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 47 in East Lindsey.

Alford Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 52 applications for 36 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 were first-preference applications.

Alford Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 82% recommending the school (33 responses).

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Alford Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Forest School, Sensory Room, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Gymnastics, Cross Country, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Chess, Coding.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 42.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in East Lindsey, Alford Primary School is one of the options available in the East Midlands region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.

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