Old Leake Primary Academy
92%
Capacity
194
Pupils
1.2x
Demand
About Old Leake Primary Academy
Old Leake Primary Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the Boston community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 194 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Old Leake Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Vicki Hardwick, it falls under Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10799th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 15 in Boston.
Old Leake Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 29 applications for 24 places, making it 1.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Old Leake Primary Academy include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cross Country, Football, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Coding, Film Club, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 41.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Boston, Old Leake Primary 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 Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Old Main Road, Boston, Boston, PE22 9HR |
| Headteacher | Vicki Hardwick |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 194 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 41.2% |
| School Capacity | 194 / 210 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jan 2018Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (11 Jan 2018): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 15 Feb 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10799th of 13,686
Nationally
1035th of 1,353
In East Midlands
11th of 15
In Boston
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
50%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
29
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (83% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Old Leake Primary Academy
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Contact Information
Old Main Road, Boston
Boston, PE22 9HR
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