Fishtoft Academy
100%
Capacity
70
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Fishtoft Academy
Fishtoft Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the Boston community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 70 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 70 places).
Ofsted has rated Fishtoft Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Craig Early, it falls under Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8870th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 15 in Boston.
Fishtoft Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 21 applications for 11 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 9 were first-preference applications.
Fishtoft Academy has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.7/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 Fishtoft Academy include Art Studios, Music Rooms, Forest School, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Tennis, Rounders, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Science Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 48.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Boston, Fishtoft 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Gaysfield Road, Boston, Boston, PE21 0SF |
| Headteacher | Craig Early |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 70 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 48.6% |
| School Capacity | 70 / 70 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 Mar 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Dec 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8870th of 13,686
Nationally
826th of 1,353
In East Midlands
8th of 15
In Boston
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
83%
'23/24
57%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed11
21
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
9 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Fishtoft Academy
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Gaysfield Road, Boston
Boston, PE21 0SF
Journey to School
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