Benjamin Adlard Primary School
91%
Capacity
232
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Benjamin Adlard Primary School
Benjamin Adlard Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the West Lindsey community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 232 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 255 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Benjamin Adlard Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Luke Lovelidge, 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 2538th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 41 in West Lindsey.
Benjamin Adlard Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 47 applications for 30 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Benjamin Adlard Primary School include ICT Suite, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Cross Country, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Film Club, Drama, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 66.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Lindsey, Benjamin Adlard 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Sandsfield Lane, Gainsborough, West Lindsey, DN21 1DB |
| Headteacher | Luke Lovelidge |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 232 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 66.7% |
| School Capacity | 232 / 255 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Jul 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (7 Jul 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Jul 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (76%)
2538th of 13,686
Nationally
216th of 1,353
In East Midlands
6th of 41
In West Lindsey
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
76%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
76%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
47
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
36 families put this school as their 1st choice (77% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Sandsfield Lane, Gainsborough
West Lindsey, DN21 1DB
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