Hawthorn Tree School
88%
Capacity
368
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Hawthorn Tree School
Hawthorn Tree School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Boston community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 368 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Hawthorn Tree School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sam Jessup, it falls under Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10918th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 15 in Boston.
Hawthorn Tree School is a popular choice with families — it received 82 applications for 33 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 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 Hawthorn Tree School include Library, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Cross Country, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.9%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Boston, Hawthorn Tree 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Toot Lane, Boston, Boston, PE21 0PT |
| Headteacher | Sam Jessup |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 368 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.9% |
| School Capacity | 368 / 420 (88% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (16 Nov 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Dec 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10918th of 13,686
Nationally
1050th of 1,353
In East Midlands
12th of 15
In Boston
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
50%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed33
82
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hawthorn Tree School
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Contact Information
Toot Lane, Boston
Boston, PE21 0PT
Journey to School
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