The Donington Cowley Endowed Primary School
94%
Capacity
254
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About The Donington Cowley Endowed Primary School
The Donington Cowley Endowed Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the South Holland community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 254 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 270 places).
Ofsted has rated The Donington Cowley Endowed Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sophie Foston, it falls under Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10266th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 32 in South Holland.
The Donington Cowley Endowed Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 48 applications for 30 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
The Donington Cowley Endowed Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 83% recommending the school (29 responses).
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 The Donington Cowley Endowed Primary School include ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Library, Sensory Room.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Tennis, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Chess, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 39.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Holland, The Donington Cowley Endowed 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 | None |
| Address | Towndam Lane, Spalding, South Holland, PE11 4TR |
| Headteacher | Sophie Foston |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 254 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 39.8% |
| School Capacity | 254 / 270 (94% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Mar 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 May 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10266th of 13,686
Nationally
982nd of 1,353
In East Midlands
15th of 32
In South Holland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
39%
'23/24
52%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
29 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
48
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (60% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Donington Cowley Endowed Primary School
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Contact Information
Towndam Lane, Spalding
South Holland, PE11 4TR
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