Macaulay Primary Academy
82%
Capacity
432
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Macaulay Primary Academy
Macaulay Primary Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the North East Lincolnshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 432 pupils on roll and is well-filled (82% of 530 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Macaulay Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Tom Herrick, it falls under North East Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7343rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 29th out of 42 in North East Lincolnshire.
Macaulay Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 62 applications for 28 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Macaulay Primary Academy include Library, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Sports Hall.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Tennis, Football, as well as clubs including Chess, Eco Club, Science Club, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North East Lincolnshire, Macaulay Primary 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Macaulay Street, Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire, DN31 2ES |
| Headteacher | Tom Herrick |
| Local Authority | North East Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 432 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 35.3% |
| School Capacity | 432 / 530 (82% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jul 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Sept 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7343rd of 13,686
Nationally
777th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
29th of 42
In North East Lincolnshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
61%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
62
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 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.
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Contact Information
Macaulay Street, Grimsby
North East Lincolnshire, DN31 2ES
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