The Donington-on-Bain School
92%
Capacity
97
Pupils
1.1x
Demand
About The Donington-on-Bain School
The Donington-on-Bain School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the East Lindsey community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 97 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated The Donington-on-Bain School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Louise Anyan, it falls under Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6516th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 47 in East Lindsey.
The Donington-on-Bain School is a popular choice with families — it received 15 applications for 13 places, making it 1.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 13 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Donington-on-Bain School include Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Library, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Cross Country, Gymnastics, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Drama, Art Club, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in East Lindsey, The Donington-on-Bain 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Main Road, Louth, East Lindsey, LN11 9TJ |
| Headteacher | Louise Anyan |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 97 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.3% |
| School Capacity | 97 / 105 (92% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6516th of 13,686
Nationally
586th of 1,353
In East Midlands
12th of 47
In East Lindsey
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
87%
'23/24
64%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed13
15
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
13 families put this school as their 1st choice (87% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Main Road, Louth
East Lindsey, LN11 9TJ
Journey to School
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