Dunholme St Chad's Church of England Primary School
92%
Capacity
203
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Dunholme St Chad's Church of England Primary School
Dunholme St Chad's Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the West Lindsey community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 203 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 220 places).
Ofsted has rated Dunholme St Chad's Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Karen Appleby, it falls under Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% 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 2277th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 41 in West Lindsey.
Dunholme St Chad's Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 62 applications for 20 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
Dunholme St Chad's Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 89% recommending the school (95 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Dunholme St Chad's Church of England Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Forest School, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Cross Country, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Eco Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Lindsey, Dunholme St Chad's Church of England 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Ryland Road, Lincoln, West Lindsey, LN2 3NE |
| Headteacher | Karen Appleby |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 203 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.2% |
| School Capacity | 203 / 220 (92% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Jul 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Sept 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2277th of 13,686
Nationally
189th of 1,353
In East Midlands
4th of 41
In West Lindsey
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
72%
'23/24
77%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
95 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
62
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dunholme St Chad's Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Ryland Road, Lincoln
West Lindsey, LN2 3NE
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