The John Harrox Primary School, Moulton
96%
Capacity
268
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About The John Harrox Primary School, Moulton
The John Harrox Primary School, Moulton is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the South Holland community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 268 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 280 places).
Ofsted has rated The John Harrox Primary School, Moulton "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rebecca Leighton, it falls under Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5042nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 32 in South Holland.
The John Harrox Primary School, Moulton is a popular choice with families — it received 62 applications for 40 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 41 were first-preference applications.
The John Harrox Primary School, Moulton parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 89% recommending the school (73 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The John Harrox Primary School, Moulton include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Gymnastics, Cricket, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Choir, Book Club, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.8%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Holland, The John Harrox Primary School, Moulton 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Broad Lane, Spalding, South Holland, PE12 6PN |
| Headteacher | Rebecca Leighton |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 268 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.8% |
| School Capacity | 268 / 280 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Mar 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Apr 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
5042nd of 13,686
Nationally
446th of 1,353
In East Midlands
9th of 32
In South Holland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
68%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
73 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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed40
62
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
41 families put this school as their 1st choice (66% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The John Harrox Primary School, Moulton
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Contact Information
Broad Lane, Spalding
South Holland, PE12 6PN
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