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Macaulay Primary Academy

Macaulay Primary Academy

North East Lincolnshire, DN31 2ESPrimary School·Ages 3-11
Goodby Ofsted

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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range3 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterNone
AddressMacaulay Street, Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire, DN31 2ES
HeadteacherTom Herrick
Local AuthorityNorth East Lincolnshire
Number of Pupils432
Free School Meals (FSM)35.3%
School Capacity432 / 530 (82% full)
Nursery ClassesYes

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

12 Jul 2022
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Overall Effectiveness

Good

Improved
Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Outstanding

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

Top 54%

777th of 1,506

In Yorkshire and the Humber

Top 52%

29th of 42

In North East Lincolnshire

Top 69%

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

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

61%

Expected Standard

6%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 104
Expected:68%
Higher:26%
Writing
Expected:73%
Higher:6%
MathsAvg Score: 105
Expected:79%
Higher:29%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeDeclining -5%

'22/23

66%

'23/24

61%

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

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageHearingPhysicalLearning DifficultyOther

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

Facilities

6
LibrarySensory RoomDining HallGymnasiumArt StudiosSports Hall

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

9

Sports

AthleticsSwimmingTennisFootball

Clubs & Activities

ChessEco ClubScience ClubChoirFilm Club

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

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

28

Applications

62

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio2.2x
0x1x2x3x5x+

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.

Frequently Asked Questions About Macaulay Primary Academy

Macaulay Primary 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

01472503350www.mpacademy.org.uk/

Macaulay Street, Grimsby

North East Lincolnshire, DN31 2ES

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Macaulay Street, Grimsby

North East Lincolnshire, DN31 2ES

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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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