Horncastle Primary School
68%
Capacity
430
Pupils
1.2x
Demand
About Horncastle Primary School
Horncastle 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 430 pupils on roll, operating at 68% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Horncastle Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Andrew Cook, it falls under Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8176th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 47 in East Lindsey.
Horncastle Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 69 applications for 56 places, making it 1.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 56 were first-preference applications.
Horncastle Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 90% recommending the school (58 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Horncastle Primary School include Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Cricket, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Eco Club, Coding, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in East Lindsey, Horncastle 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 | Bowl Alley Lane, Horncastle, East Lindsey, LN9 5EH |
| Headteacher | Andrew Cook |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 430 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.8% |
| School Capacity | 430 / 630 (68% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8176th of 13,686
Nationally
756th of 1,353
In East Midlands
21st of 47
In East Lindsey
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
59%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
58 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed56
69
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
56 families put this school as their 1st choice (81% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Bowl Alley Lane, Horncastle
East Lindsey, LN9 5EH
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