St. Bernadette's Catholic Primary Voluntary Academy
121%
Capacity
339
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About St. Bernadette's Catholic Primary Voluntary Academy
St. Bernadette's Catholic Primary Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the North Lincolnshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 339 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (121% of 280 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St. Bernadette's Catholic Primary Voluntary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mark Strong, it falls under North Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5069th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 51 in North Lincolnshire.
St. Bernadette's Catholic Primary Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 74 applications for 45 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 48 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 St. Bernadette's Catholic Primary Voluntary Academy include Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Rounders, Tennis, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Coding, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.7%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Lincolnshire, St. Bernadette's Catholic Primary Voluntary 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Anne's Crescent, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, DN16 2LW |
| Headteacher | Mark Strong |
| Local Authority | North Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 339 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.7% |
| School Capacity | 339 / 280 (121% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
5069th of 13,686
Nationally
523rd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
14th of 51
In North Lincolnshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
23%
Higher Standard
'22/23
79%
'23/24
68%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
74
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
48 families put this school as their 1st choice (65% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Anne's Crescent, Scunthorpe
North Lincolnshire, DN16 2LW
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