Caistor CofE and Methodist Primary School
66%
Capacity
209
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Caistor CofE and Methodist Primary School
Caistor CofE and Methodist Primary School is a state-funded Church of England/Methodist primary school serving the West Lindsey community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 209 pupils on roll, operating at 66% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Caistor CofE and Methodist Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Zoe Hyams, it falls under Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 44% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11836th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 30th out of 41 in West Lindsey.
Caistor CofE and Methodist Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 26 applications for 15 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 14 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Caistor CofE and Methodist Primary School include Dining Hall, Library, Forest School, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Cricket, Athletics, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Gardening, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.9%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Lindsey, Caistor CofE and Methodist 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 | Church of England/Methodist |
| Address | Southdale, Market Rasen, West Lindsey, LN7 6LY |
| Headteacher | Zoe Hyams |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 209 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.9% |
| School Capacity | 209 / 315 (66% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (27 Mar 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 29 Apr 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (44%)
11836th of 13,686
Nationally
1145th of 1,353
In East Midlands
30th of 41
In West Lindsey
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
44%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
47%
'23/24
44%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
26
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
14 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Southdale, Market Rasen
West Lindsey, LN7 6LY
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