Carlton Road Academy
99%
Capacity
455
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Carlton Road Academy
Carlton Road Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Boston community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 455 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 459 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Carlton Road Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Clare Coyle, it falls under Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9996th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 15 in Boston.
Carlton Road Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 87 applications for 45 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 45 were first-preference applications.
Carlton Road Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 71% recommending the school (17 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe 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 Carlton Road Academy include Forest School, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Tennis, Football, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Art Club, Coding, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 41.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Boston, Carlton Road Academy 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 | Carlton Road, Boston, Boston, PE21 8QX |
| Headteacher | Clare Coyle |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 455 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 41.0% |
| School Capacity | 455 / 459 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Jul 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
9996th of 13,686
Nationally
955th of 1,353
In East Midlands
9th of 15
In Boston
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
53%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
17 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
87
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
45 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Carlton Road Academy
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Contact Information
Carlton Road, Boston
Boston, PE21 8QX
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