St Giles Academy
93%
Capacity
392
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About St Giles Academy
St Giles Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the Lincoln community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 392 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated St Giles Academy "Inadequate", the school is led by headteacher Emma Emson, it falls under Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 22% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13525th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 16 in Lincoln.
St Giles Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 71 applications for 46 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 45 were first-preference applications.
St Giles Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 62% recommending the school (13 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Giles Academy include Art Studios, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Library.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Football, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Book Club, Gardening, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 61.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lincoln, St Giles 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Addison Drive, St Giles Academy, Lincoln, Lincoln, LN2 4LQ |
| Headteacher | Emma Emson |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 392 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 61.0% |
| School Capacity | 392 / 420 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Apr 2025Quality of Education
Inadequate
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (22%)
13525th of 13,686
Nationally
1336th of 1,353
In East Midlands
16th of 16
In Lincoln
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
22%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
35%
'23/24
22%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
13 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed46
71
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
45 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 Giles Academy
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Addison Drive, St Giles Academy, Lincoln
Lincoln, LN2 4LQ
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