Barrowby Church of England Primary School
101%
Capacity
240
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Barrowby Church of England Primary School
Barrowby Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the South Kesteven community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 240 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 238 places).
the school is led by headteacher Len Batey, it falls under Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 76% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2472nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 48 in South Kesteven.
Barrowby Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 94 applications for 34 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 47 were first-preference applications.
Barrowby Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 94% recommending the school (66 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Barrowby Church of England Primary School include Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Dance, Gymnastics, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Kesteven, Barrowby Church of England 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.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Church Street, Grantham, South Kesteven, NG32 1BX |
| Headteacher | Len Batey |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 240 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.9% |
| School Capacity | 240 / 238 (101% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (76%)
2472nd of 13,686
Nationally
207th of 1,353
In East Midlands
9th of 48
In South Kesteven
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
76%
Expected Standard
18%
Higher Standard
'22/23
86%
'23/24
76%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
66 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed34
94
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
47 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Barrowby Church of England Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Church Street, Grantham
South Kesteven, NG32 1BX
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