Stamford St Gilberts Church of England Primary School
94%
Capacity
297
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Stamford St Gilberts Church of England Primary School
Stamford St Gilberts Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the South Kesteven community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 297 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 315 places).
Ofsted has rated Stamford St Gilberts Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Frances Dicker, it falls under Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9044th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 30th out of 48 in South Kesteven.
Stamford St Gilberts Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 113 applications for 36 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Stamford St Gilberts Church of England Primary School include Art Studios, Sports Hall, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Netball, Cricket, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Drama, Choir, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Kesteven, Stamford St Gilberts Church of England 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Foundry Road, Stamford, South Kesteven, PE9 2PP |
| Headteacher | Frances Dicker |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 297 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.5% |
| School Capacity | 297 / 315 (94% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Jul 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 Jul 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Oct 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9044th of 13,686
Nationally
840th of 1,353
In East Midlands
30th of 48
In South Kesteven
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
56%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed36
113
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
36 families put this school as their 1st choice (32% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Stamford St Gilberts Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Foundry Road, Stamford
South Kesteven, PE9 2PP
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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