Fosse Way Academy
103%
Capacity
539
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Fosse Way Academy
Fosse Way Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Kesteven community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 539 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 525 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Fosse Way Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Robert Cowling, it falls under Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9656th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 41 in North Kesteven.
Fosse Way Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 106 applications for 64 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 64 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Fosse Way Academy include Dining Hall, Library, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Cricket, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.1%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Kesteven, Fosse Way 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 | Ash Grove, Lincoln, North Kesteven, LN6 8DU |
| Headteacher | Robert Cowling |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 539 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.1% |
| School Capacity | 539 / 525 (103% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 May 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9656th of 13,686
Nationally
915th of 1,353
In East Midlands
31st of 41
In North Kesteven
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
52%
'23/24
54%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed64
106
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
64 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
Ash Grove, Lincoln
North Kesteven, LN6 8DU
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