The Holbeach St Mark's Church of England Primary School
60%
Capacity
42
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About The Holbeach St Mark's Church of England Primary School
The Holbeach St Mark's Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the South Holland community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 42 pupils on roll, operating at 60% capacity.
Ofsted has rated The Holbeach St Mark's Church of England Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Karyn Herd, it falls under Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10719th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 32 in South Holland.
The Holbeach St Mark's Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 7 applications for 3 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 3 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Holbeach St Mark's Church of England Primary School include Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cross Country, Dance, Football, as well as clubs including Drama, Art Club, Eco Club, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.8%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Holland, The Holbeach St Mark's 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | St Marks Road, Spalding, South Holland, PE12 8DZ |
| Headteacher | Karyn Herd |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 42 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.8% |
| School Capacity | 42 / 70 (60% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Jul 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10719th of 13,686
Nationally
1023rd of 1,353
In East Midlands
18th of 32
In South Holland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed3
7
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
3 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Holbeach St Mark's Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
St Marks Road, Spalding
South Holland, PE12 8DZ
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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