Skegness Infant Academy
103%
Capacity
291
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Skegness Infant Academy
Skegness Infant Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the East Lindsey community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 291 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 282 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Skegness Infant Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jo French, it falls under Lincolnshire local authority.
Skegness Infant Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 90 applications for 63 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 56 were first-preference applications.
Skegness Infant Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 57% recommending the school (21 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Skegness Infant Academy include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Library, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Gymnastics, Netball, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 53.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in East Lindsey, Skegness Infant Academy 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 | 3 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Cavendish Road, Skegness, East Lindsey, PE25 2QU |
| Headteacher | Jo French |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 291 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 53.1% |
| School Capacity | 291 / 282 (103% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 May 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (21 May 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Oct 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
21 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
2025/26Oversubscribed63
90
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
56 families put this school as their 1st choice (62% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Cavendish Road, Skegness
East Lindsey, PE25 2QU
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