Gosberton Academy
99%
Capacity
134
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Gosberton Academy
Gosberton Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the South Holland community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 134 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 135 places).
Ofsted has rated Gosberton Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Tom Baxter, it falls under Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 74% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2944th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 32 in South Holland.
Gosberton Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 57 applications for 20 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Gosberton Academy include Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Forest School, ICT Suite, Sports Hall.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cross Country, Swimming, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Film Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.1%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Holland, Gosberton 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 | High Street, Spalding, South Holland, PE11 4NW |
| Headteacher | Tom Baxter |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 134 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.1% |
| School Capacity | 134 / 135 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (74%)
2944th of 13,686
Nationally
255th of 1,353
In East Midlands
6th of 32
In South Holland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
74%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
82%
'23/24
74%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
57
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Gosberton Academy
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Contact Information
High Street, Spalding
South Holland, PE11 4NW
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