The Kirkby-on-Bain Church of England Primary School
111%
Capacity
117
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About The Kirkby-on-Bain Church of England Primary School
The Kirkby-on-Bain Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the East Lindsey community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 117 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (111% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated The Kirkby-on-Bain Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Georgina Day, it falls under Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6964th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 47 in East Lindsey.
The Kirkby-on-Bain Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 42 applications for 19 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Kirkby-on-Bain Church of England Primary School include Music Rooms, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Tennis, Cross Country, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Gardening, Eco Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.5%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in East Lindsey, The Kirkby-on-Bain 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 | Wharf Lane, Woodhall Spa, East Lindsey, LN10 6YW |
| Headteacher | Georgina Day |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 117 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.5% |
| School Capacity | 117 / 105 (111% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6964th of 13,686
Nationally
628th of 1,353
In East Midlands
14th of 47
In East Lindsey
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
63%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed19
42
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Kirkby-on-Bain Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Wharf Lane, Woodhall Spa
East Lindsey, LN10 6YW
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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