Ormiston South Parade Academy
117%
Capacity
554
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Ormiston South Parade Academy
Ormiston South Parade 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 554 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (117% of 472 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ormiston South Parade Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kate Steward, it falls under North East Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 80% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1461st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 42 in North East Lincolnshire.
Ormiston South Parade Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 87 applications for 67 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 67 were first-preference applications.
Ormiston South Parade Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 99% recommending the school (115 responses).
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 Ormiston South Parade Academy include Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Athletics, Rounders, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Book Club, Eco Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 47.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North East Lincolnshire, Ormiston South Parade 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 | South Parade, Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire, DN31 1TU |
| Headteacher | Kate Steward |
| Local Authority | North East Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 554 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 47.5% |
| School Capacity | 554 / 472 (117% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Feb 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Feb 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Sept 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (80%)
1461st of 13,686
Nationally
140th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
4th of 42
In North East Lincolnshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
80%
Expected Standard
20%
Higher Standard
'22/23
79%
'23/24
80%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
115 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
2025/26Oversubscribed67
87
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
67 families put this school as their 1st choice (77% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
South Parade, Grimsby
North East Lincolnshire, DN31 1TU
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