Huttoft Primary & Nursery School
86%
Capacity
164
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Huttoft Primary & Nursery School
Huttoft Primary & Nursery School is a state-funded None primary school serving the East Lindsey community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 164 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 191 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Huttoft Primary & Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Damian Davey, 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 10765th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 34th out of 47 in East Lindsey.
Huttoft Primary & Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 26 applications for 13 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 13 were first-preference applications.
Huttoft Primary & Nursery School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.8/5 from 1 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 84% recommending the school (38 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Huttoft Primary & Nursery School include Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Forest School, Library.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Tennis, Cricket, Rounders, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Science Club, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.5%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in East Lindsey, Huttoft Primary & Nursery 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Church Lane, Alford, East Lindsey, LN13 9RE |
| Headteacher | Damian Davey |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 164 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.5% |
| School Capacity | 164 / 191 (86% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Sept 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10765th of 13,686
Nationally
1032nd of 1,353
In East Midlands
34th of 47
In East Lindsey
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
50%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
38 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed13
26
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
13 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Huttoft Primary & Nursery School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Church Lane, Alford
East Lindsey, LN13 9RE
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