Bucknall Primary School
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Capacity
34
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Bucknall Primary School
Bucknall Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the East Lindsey community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 34 pupils on roll. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Bucknall Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Garth Hicks, it falls under Lincolnshire local authority.
Bucknall Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 17 applications for 8 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 8 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bucknall Primary School include Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Gymnastics, Dance, Athletics, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 44.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in East Lindsey, Bucknall 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 | Bucknall Primary School, Main Street, Henry Lane, Bardney, East Lindsey, LN10 5DT |
| Headteacher | Garth Hicks |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 34 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 44.1% |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (17 Jan 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 20 Dec 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed8
17
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
8 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Bucknall Primary School, Main Street, Henry Lane, Bardney
East Lindsey, LN10 5DT
Bucknall Primary School, Main Street, Henry Lane, Bardney
East Lindsey, LN10 5DT
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