Reynolds Primary Academy
92%
Capacity
388
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Reynolds Primary Academy
Reynolds Primary 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 388 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Reynolds Primary Academy "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Rebecca Scott, it falls under North East Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 34% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13023rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 41st out of 42 in North East Lincolnshire.
Reynolds Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 62 applications for 34 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
Reynolds Primary Academy has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.3/5 from 3 parents).
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 Reynolds Primary Academy include Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Rounders, Netball, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Film Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.7%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North East Lincolnshire, Reynolds Primary 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 | Machray Place, Cleethorpes, North East Lincolnshire, DN35 7LJ |
| Headteacher | Rebecca Scott |
| Local Authority | North East Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 388 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.7% |
| School Capacity | 388 / 420 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Sept 2024Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Dec 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (34%)
13023rd of 13,686
Nationally
1443rd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
41st of 42
In North East Lincolnshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
34%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
37%
'23/24
34%
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
9Facilities 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
34 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Reynolds Primary Academy
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Contact Information
Machray Place, Cleethorpes
North East Lincolnshire, DN35 7LJ
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