Poplar Farm School
99%
Capacity
414
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Poplar Farm School
Poplar Farm School is a state-funded None primary school serving the South Kesteven community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 414 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Poplar Farm School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kate Hodson, it falls under Lincolnshire local authority.
Poplar Farm School is a popular choice with families — it received 104 applications for 54 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 48 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 Poplar Farm School include Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Library, ICT Suite.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Netball, Cricket, Swimming, as well as clubs including Chess, Gardening, Coding, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Kesteven, Poplar Farm 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 | None |
| Address | Helmsley Road, Grantham, South Kesteven, NG31 8XF |
| Headteacher | Kate Hodson |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 414 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.9% |
| School Capacity | 414 / 420 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed54
104
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
48 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Helmsley Road, Grantham
South Kesteven, NG31 8XF
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