Our Lady of Lincoln Catholic Primary School A Voluntary Academy
98%
Capacity
205
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Our Lady of Lincoln Catholic Primary School A Voluntary Academy
Our Lady of Lincoln Catholic Primary School A Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Lincoln community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 205 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Our Lady of Lincoln Catholic Primary School A Voluntary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ann Desforges, it falls under Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 43% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12067th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 16 in Lincoln.
Our Lady of Lincoln Catholic Primary School A Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 64 applications for 30 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Our Lady of Lincoln Catholic Primary School A Voluntary Academy include Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Netball, Dance, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 49.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lincoln, Our Lady of Lincoln Catholic Primary School A Voluntary 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Laughton Way, Lincoln, Lincoln, LN2 2HE |
| Headteacher | Ann Desforges |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 205 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 49.3% |
| School Capacity | 205 / 210 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (43%)
12067th of 13,686
Nationally
1172nd of 1,353
In East Midlands
13th of 16
In Lincoln
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
43%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
43%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
64
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
35 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Laughton Way, Lincoln
Lincoln, LN2 2HE
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