Market Deeping Community Primary School
93%
Capacity
292
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Market Deeping Community Primary School
Market Deeping Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the South Kesteven community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 292 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 315 places).
Ofsted has rated Market Deeping Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mark Ratchford, it falls under Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9049th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 48 in South Kesteven.
Market Deeping Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 64 applications for 29 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Market Deeping Community Primary School include Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Forest School, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Athletics, Tennis, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Book Club, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.1%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Kesteven, Market Deeping Community Primary 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Willoughby Avenue, Market Deeping, South Kesteven, PE6 8JE |
| Headteacher | Mark Ratchford |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 292 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.1% |
| School Capacity | 292 / 315 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Jan 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9049th of 13,686
Nationally
842nd of 1,353
In East Midlands
31st of 48
In South Kesteven
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
56%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
64
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Market Deeping Community Primary School
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Contact Information
Willoughby Avenue, Market Deeping
South Kesteven, PE6 8JE
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