The Hackthorn Church of England Primary School
100%
Capacity
56
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About The Hackthorn Church of England Primary School
The Hackthorn Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the West Lindsey community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 56 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 56 places).
Ofsted has rated The Hackthorn Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Emily Lister, it falls under Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2827th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 41 in West Lindsey.
The Hackthorn Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 18 applications for 7 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 7 were first-preference applications.
The Hackthorn Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (28 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Hackthorn Church of England Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Library, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Tennis, Rounders, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Art Club, Book Club, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Lindsey, The Hackthorn 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 | Main Street, Lincoln, West Lindsey, LN2 3PF |
| Headteacher | Emily Lister |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 56 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.9% |
| School Capacity | 56 / 56 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 May 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2827th of 13,686
Nationally
247th of 1,353
In East Midlands
8th of 41
In West Lindsey
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
89%
'23/24
75%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
28 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed7
18
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
7 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Hackthorn Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Main Street, Lincoln
West Lindsey, LN2 3PF
Journey to School
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