The Claypole Church of England Primary School

About The Claypole Church of England Primary School

Parents considering The Claypole Church of England Primary School will find strong signals that it is a popular choice locally. In the 2025/26 admissions round, the school received 61 applications for just 28 places, giving an oversubscription ratio of 2.18, meaning more than two families applied for every available spot. All 28 first-preference applicants were offered a place, which suggests that for those who live close enough or meet the Church of England admission criteria, it is a realistic first choice rather than a lottery. The school is a state primary for mixed-gender pupils aged 4 to 11, with a current roll of 165 children against a capacity of 175, so it is running close to full. Headteacher Martyn Wells leads a school with a Church of England religious character, and the most recent Ofsted inspection in 2023 confirmed it remains Good, a rating it has held consistently since at least its previous graded inspection in 2012.

Academically, Claypole performs well above the local average. In the 2023/24 Key Stage 2 assessments, 78% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths combined, compared with a Lincolnshire local authority average of just 57%. The school’s score of 78 on this metric places it 7th out of 48 primary schools in South Kesteven, putting it in the top 25% nationally. Individual subject scores are also strong: 83% of pupils met the expected standard in both reading and maths, and 78% did so in writing. At the higher standard, 11% achieved the top level across all three subjects, while 39% reached the higher standard in maths specifically. Average scaled scores were 105 in reading and 108 in maths. The school does not have a sixth form, and there are no progress scores published for reading, writing or maths, so it is not possible to measure how much value the school adds beyond these attainment figures.

The school offers a solid range of facilities and activities that give a flavour of daily life. There is an ICT suite, library, art studios, music rooms, a chapel and a Forest School area, plus an outdoor playground. Sports provision includes gymnastics, football, rounders, dance, cross country, cricket and swimming, while after-school clubs cover chess, choir, film, science, drama and art. The school has identified SEND support for pupils with specific learning difficulties such as dyslexia and moderate learning difficulties. With 15.2% of pupils eligible for free school meals, the intake is broadly representative of the national average. This is a school that suits families who value a Church of England ethos, strong academic results relative to the local area, and a wide choice of extracurricular activities in a village setting. The oversubscription ratio confirms it is a sought-after option, so early application is advisable.

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