Great Steeping Primary School
85%
Capacity
95
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Great Steeping Primary School
Great Steeping Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the East Lindsey community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 95 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 112 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Great Steeping Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Amy Halsall, 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 9683rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 29th out of 47 in East Lindsey.
Great Steeping Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 15 applications for 7 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 7 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 Great Steeping Primary School include Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Library, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Swimming, Rounders, Football, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Chess, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 37.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in East Lindsey, Great Steeping 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Great Steeping, Spilsby, East Lindsey, PE23 5PT |
| Headteacher | Amy Halsall |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 95 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 37.5% |
| School Capacity | 95 / 112 (85% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9683rd of 13,686
Nationally
919th of 1,353
In East Midlands
29th of 47
In East Lindsey
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed7
15
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
7 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Great Steeping, Spilsby
East Lindsey, PE23 5PT
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