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Ingoldmells Academy

Ingoldmells Academy

East Lindsey, PE25 1QEPrimary School·Ages 3-11
Goodby Ofsted

83%

Capacity

124

Pupils

2.0x

Demand

About Ingoldmells Academy

Ingoldmells Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the East Lindsey community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 124 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 150 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Ingoldmells Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanna Howden, it falls under Lincolnshire local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 79% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1700th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 47 in East Lindsey.

Ingoldmells Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 20 applications for 10 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 9 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Ingoldmells Academy include Playing Fields, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Forest School, Music Rooms.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Tennis, Gymnastics, Cricket, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Science Club.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 70.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in East Lindsey, Ingoldmells 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range3 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterNone
AddressSimpson Court, Skegness, East Lindsey, PE25 1QE
HeadteacherJoanna Howden
Local AuthorityLincolnshire
Number of Pupils124
Free School Meals (FSM)70.3%
School Capacity124 / 150 (83% full)
Nursery ClassesYes

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

21 Feb 2024
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Overall Effectiveness

Good

Latest inspection (21 Feb 2024): School remains Good

Unchanged
Leadership & Management
Outstanding

Source: Ofsted, 6 Jun 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (79%)

1700th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 25%

140th of 1,353

In East Midlands

Top 25%

4th of 47

In East Lindsey

Top 10%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

79%

Expected Standard

0%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 106
Expected:79%
Higher:37%
Writing
Expected:89%
Higher:11%
MathsAvg Score: 107
Expected:95%
Higher:21%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeImproving +11%

'22/23

68%

'23/24

79%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageHearingLearning DifficultySevere Learning

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

6
Playing FieldsDining HallICT SuiteArt StudiosForest SchoolMusic Rooms

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

7

Sports

RoundersTennisGymnasticsCricket

Clubs & Activities

CodingDramaScience Club

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

10

Applications

20

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio2.0x
0x1x2x3x5x+

9 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Ingoldmells Academy

Ingoldmells Academy has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01754872989www.ingoldmellsacademy.org/

Simpson Court, Skegness

East Lindsey, PE25 1QE

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Simpson Court, Skegness

East Lindsey, PE25 1QE

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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