Priory Lane Community School
77%
Capacity
308
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Priory Lane Community School
Priory Lane Community School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Lincolnshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 308 pupils on roll, operating at 77% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Priory Lane Community School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Leighton, it falls under North Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6799th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 29th out of 51 in North Lincolnshire.
Priory Lane Community School is a popular choice with families — it received 62 applications for 34 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Priory Lane Community School include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Library, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Cricket, Rounders, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Book Club, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 42.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Lincolnshire, Priory Lane Community School 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Priory Lane, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, DN17 1HE |
| Headteacher | Joanne Leighton |
| Local Authority | North Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 308 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 42.2% |
| School Capacity | 308 / 398 (77% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6799th of 13,686
Nationally
719th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
29th of 51
In North Lincolnshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
63%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed34
62
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Priory Lane, Scunthorpe
North Lincolnshire, DN17 1HE
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