The Little Gonerby Church of England Primary Academy, Grantham
74%
Capacity
134
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About The Little Gonerby Church of England Primary Academy, Grantham
The Little Gonerby Church of England Primary Academy, Grantham is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the South Kesteven community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 134 pupils on roll, operating at 74% capacity.
Ofsted has rated The Little Gonerby Church of England Primary Academy, Grantham "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joe Hawkins, it falls under Lincolnshire local authority.
The Little Gonerby Church of England Primary Academy, Grantham is a popular choice with families — it received 74 applications for 27 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
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 Little Gonerby Church of England Primary Academy, Grantham include Art Studios, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Library, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Gymnastics, Football, Cricket, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Film Club, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.1%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Kesteven, The Little Gonerby Church of England Primary Academy, Grantham 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 | Sandon Road, Grantham, South Kesteven, NG31 9AZ |
| Headteacher | Joe Hawkins |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 134 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.1% |
| School Capacity | 134 / 180 (74% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
74
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Sandon Road, Grantham
South Kesteven, NG31 9AZ
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