Scamblesby Church of England Primary School
58%
Capacity
52
Pupils
4.0x
Demand
About Scamblesby Church of England Primary School
Scamblesby Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the East Lindsey community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 52 pupils on roll, operating at 58% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Scamblesby Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Paul Floyd, it falls under Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 20% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13571st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 45th out of 47 in East Lindsey.
Scamblesby Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 16 applications for 4 places, making it 4.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 4 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, Severe Learning Difficulty and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Scamblesby Church of England Primary School include Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Library, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cricket, Dance, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Chess, Film Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 34.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in East Lindsey, Scamblesby Church of England Primary 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Old Main Road, Scamblesby, Louth, East Lindsey, LN11 9XG |
| Headteacher | Paul Floyd |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 52 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 34.6% |
| School Capacity | 52 / 90 (58% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (20%)
13571st of 13,686
Nationally
1342nd of 1,353
In East Midlands
45th of 47
In East Lindsey
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
20%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
20%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed4
16
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
4 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Old Main Road, Scamblesby, Louth
East Lindsey, LN11 9XG
Journey to School
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