Crosby Primary School
95%
Capacity
546
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Crosby Primary School
Crosby Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Lincolnshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 546 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 577 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Crosby Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Richardson-Lumley, it falls under North Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 39% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12567th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 47th out of 51 in North Lincolnshire.
Crosby Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 82 applications for 52 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 49 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Crosby Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Library, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Forest School, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Rounders, Gymnastics, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Film Club, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 42.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Lincolnshire, Crosby Primary School is one of the options available in the Yorkshire and the Humber 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 | Normanby Road, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, DN15 6AS |
| Headteacher | Sarah Richardson-Lumley |
| Local Authority | North Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 546 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 42.6% |
| School Capacity | 546 / 577 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Oct 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (39%)
12567th of 13,686
Nationally
1388th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
47th of 51
In North Lincolnshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
39%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
39%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed52
82
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
49 families put this school as their 1st choice (60% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Normanby Road, Scunthorpe
North Lincolnshire, DN15 6AS
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