Saint Mary's RC Primary Academy Boston
90%
Capacity
189
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Saint Mary's RC Primary Academy Boston
Saint Mary's RC Primary Academy Boston is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Boston community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 189 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Saint Mary's RC Primary Academy Boston "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lisa Gleed-Thornley, it falls under Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10305th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 15 in Boston.
Saint Mary's RC Primary Academy Boston is a popular choice with families — it received 48 applications for 18 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Saint Mary's RC Primary Academy Boston include Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Dance, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Book Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Boston, Saint Mary's RC Primary Academy Boston 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 | Ashlawn Drive, Boston, Boston, PE21 9PX |
| Headteacher | Lisa Gleed-Thornley |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 189 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.9% |
| School Capacity | 189 / 210 (90% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Feb 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 23 Apr 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10305th of 13,686
Nationally
989th of 1,353
In East Midlands
10th of 15
In Boston
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
52%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed18
48
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Saint Mary's RC Primary Academy Boston
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Ashlawn Drive, Boston
Boston, PE21 9PX
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