Hibaldstow Academy
76%
Capacity
106
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Hibaldstow Academy
Hibaldstow Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Lincolnshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 106 pupils on roll, operating at 76% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Hibaldstow Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Zoe Birchall, it falls under North Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8662nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 34th out of 51 in North Lincolnshire.
Hibaldstow Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 26 applications for 15 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hibaldstow Academy include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Athletics, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Book Club, Art Club 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 North Lincolnshire, Hibaldstow Academy is one of the options available in the Yorkshire and the Humber 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 | Hopfield, Brigg, North Lincolnshire, DN20 9PN |
| Headteacher | Zoe Birchall |
| Local Authority | North Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 106 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.1% |
| School Capacity | 106 / 140 (76% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8662nd of 13,686
Nationally
923rd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
34th of 51
In North Lincolnshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
57%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed15
26
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (58% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hopfield, Brigg
North Lincolnshire, DN20 9PN
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