Stickney Church of England Primary School
69%
Capacity
144
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Stickney Church of England Primary School
Stickney Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the East Lindsey community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 144 pupils on roll, operating at 69% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Stickney Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rachael Cotton, it falls under Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 38% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12671st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 42nd out of 47 in East Lindsey.
Stickney Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 29 applications for 23 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
Stickney Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 75% recommending the school (52 responses).
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 Stickney Church of England Primary School include Art Studios, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Swimming, Rounders, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Book Club, Gardening, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 31.3%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in East Lindsey, Stickney 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Main Road, Boston, East Lindsey, PE22 8AX |
| Headteacher | Rachael Cotton |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 144 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 31.3% |
| School Capacity | 144 / 210 (69% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Jul 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Sept 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (38%)
12671st of 13,686
Nationally
1233rd of 1,353
In East Midlands
42nd of 47
In East Lindsey
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
38%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
41%
'23/24
38%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
52 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
29
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (76% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Stickney Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Main Road, Boston
East Lindsey, PE22 8AX
Journey to School
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