Scawby Academy
92%
Capacity
194
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Scawby Academy
Scawby Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Lincolnshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 194 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Scawby Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Zoe Birchall, it falls under North Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9191st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 37th out of 51 in North Lincolnshire.
Scawby Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 57 applications for 28 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 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, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Scawby Academy include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Library, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Forest School, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Cross Country, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Eco Club, Choir, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Lincolnshire, Scawby 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | West Street, Brigg, North Lincolnshire, DN20 9AN |
| Headteacher | Zoe Birchall |
| Local Authority | North Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 194 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.2% |
| School Capacity | 194 / 210 (92% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (23 Nov 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 28 Mar 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9191st of 13,686
Nationally
983rd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
37th of 51
In North Lincolnshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
19%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
56%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed28
57
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
West Street, Brigg
North Lincolnshire, DN20 9AN
Journey to School
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