The Market Rasen Church of England Primary School
94%
Capacity
297
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About The Market Rasen Church of England Primary School
The Market Rasen Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the West Lindsey community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 297 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 315 places).
Ofsted has rated The Market Rasen Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nichola Allerston, 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 6898th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 41 in West Lindsey.
The Market Rasen Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 46 applications for 33 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 were first-preference applications.
The Market Rasen Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 99% recommending the school (174 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Market Rasen Church of England Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Cricket, Rounders, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Coding, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Lindsey, The Market Rasen 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 | Mill Road, Market Rasen, West Lindsey, LN8 3BL |
| Headteacher | Nichola Allerston |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 297 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.6% |
| School Capacity | 297 / 315 (94% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (21 Feb 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 3 Dec 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6898th of 13,686
Nationally
620th of 1,353
In East Midlands
15th of 41
In West Lindsey
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'23/24
63%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
174 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed33
46
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (72% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Market Rasen Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Mill Road, Market Rasen
West Lindsey, LN8 3BL
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