St Nicholas CE Primary Academy
78%
Capacity
188
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About St Nicholas CE Primary Academy
St Nicholas CE Primary Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Boston community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 188 pupils on roll, operating at 78% capacity.
Ofsted has rated St Nicholas CE Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Fiona Booth, it falls under Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 48% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11077th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 15 in Boston.
St Nicholas CE Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 52 applications for 29 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Nicholas CE Primary Academy include ICT Suite, Forest School, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Film Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 43.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Boston, St Nicholas CE Primary 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Woad Farm Road, Boston, Boston, PE21 0EF |
| Headteacher | Fiona Booth |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 188 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 43.6% |
| School Capacity | 188 / 240 (78% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 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 (48%)
11077th of 13,686
Nationally
1066th of 1,353
In East Midlands
13th of 15
In Boston
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
48%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
37%
'23/24
48%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
52
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Nicholas CE Primary Academy
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Contact Information
Woad Farm Road, Boston
Boston, PE21 0EF
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