Heighington Millfield Primary Academy
93%
Capacity
210
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Heighington Millfield Primary Academy
Heighington Millfield Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Kesteven community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 210 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 226 places).
Ofsted has rated Heighington Millfield Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Donna Woosey, it falls under Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5725th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 41 in North Kesteven.
Heighington Millfield Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 65 applications for 30 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Heighington Millfield Primary Academy include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Cricket, Gymnastics, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Science Club, Film Club, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Kesteven, Heighington Millfield Primary 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Mill Lane, Lincoln, North Kesteven, LN4 1RQ |
| Headteacher | Donna Woosey |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 210 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.8% |
| School Capacity | 210 / 226 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5725th of 13,686
Nationally
509th of 1,353
In East Midlands
21st of 41
In North Kesteven
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
66%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
65
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Mill Lane, Lincoln
North Kesteven, LN4 1RQ
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