Huntingtower Community Primary Academy
99%
Capacity
417
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Huntingtower Community Primary Academy
Huntingtower Community Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the South Kesteven community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 417 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Huntingtower Community Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Emma Harkins, 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 10869th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 37th out of 48 in South Kesteven.
Huntingtower Community Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 100 applications for 57 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 57 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Huntingtower Community Primary Academy include Library, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Tennis, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Chess, Gardening, Art Club and 1 more.
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 South Kesteven, Huntingtower Community 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 | Huntingtower Road, Grantham, South Kesteven, NG31 7AU |
| Headteacher | Emma Harkins |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 417 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.8% |
| School Capacity | 417 / 420 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Dec 2021. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10869th of 13,686
Nationally
1043rd of 1,353
In East Midlands
37th of 48
In South Kesteven
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
51%
'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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed57
100
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
57 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Huntingtower Community Primary Academy
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Contact Information
Huntingtower Road, Grantham
South Kesteven, NG31 7AU
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