St Andrew's CofE Primary School
99%
Capacity
290
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About St Andrew's CofE Primary School
St Andrew's CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the East Lindsey community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 290 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 294 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Andrew's CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher John Whalley, it falls under Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 78% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2029th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 47 in East Lindsey.
St Andrew's CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 49 applications for 32 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
St Andrew's CofE Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.8/5 from 2 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Andrew's CofE Primary School include Gymnasium, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Rounders, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Chess, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in East Lindsey, St Andrew's CofE 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | King Edward Crescent, Woodhall Spa, East Lindsey, LN10 6RQ |
| Headteacher | John Whalley |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 290 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.0% |
| School Capacity | 290 / 294 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (78%)
2029th of 13,686
Nationally
172nd of 1,353
In East Midlands
5th of 47
In East Lindsey
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
78%
Expected Standard
17%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
78%
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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed32
49
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (63% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Andrew's CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
King Edward Crescent, Woodhall Spa
East Lindsey, LN10 6RQ
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