The Isaac Newton Primary School
92%
Capacity
386
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About The Isaac Newton Primary School
The Isaac Newton Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the South Kesteven community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 386 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated The Isaac Newton Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher David Milner, it falls under Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7154th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 48 in South Kesteven.
The Isaac Newton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 54 applications for 39 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 were first-preference applications.
The Isaac Newton Primary School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.3/5 from 1 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 88% recommending the school (17 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Isaac Newton Primary School include Dining Hall, Library, Gymnasium, ICT Suite.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Rounders, Football, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Gardening, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 54.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Kesteven, The Isaac Newton 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 | Dysart Road, Grantham, South Kesteven, NG31 7DG |
| Headteacher | David Milner |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 386 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 54.4% |
| School Capacity | 386 / 420 (92% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7154th of 13,686
Nationally
646th of 1,353
In East Midlands
23rd of 48
In South Kesteven
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
62%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
17 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
4Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed39
54
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
38 families put this school as their 1st choice (70% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Isaac Newton Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Dysart Road, Grantham
South Kesteven, NG31 7DG
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