Old Clee Primary Academy
81%
Capacity
510
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Old Clee Primary Academy
Old Clee Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North East Lincolnshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 510 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 630 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Old Clee Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Debbie Richardson, it falls under North East Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4608th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 42 in North East Lincolnshire.
Old Clee Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 79 applications for 47 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 47 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 Old Clee Primary Academy include Library, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Cross Country, Gymnastics, Dance, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Choir, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 37.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North East Lincolnshire, Old Clee 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Colin Avenue, Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire, DN32 8EN |
| Headteacher | Debbie Richardson |
| Local Authority | North East Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 510 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 37.2% |
| School Capacity | 510 / 630 (81% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Apr 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Sept 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4608th of 13,686
Nationally
466th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
16th of 42
In North East Lincolnshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
69%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed47
79
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
47 families put this school as their 1st choice (59% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Colin Avenue, Grimsby
North East Lincolnshire, DN32 8EN
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