The Meadows Primary School
84%
Capacity
351
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About The Meadows Primary School
The Meadows Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Lincoln community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 351 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated The Meadows Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher A Bell, it falls under Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9688th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 16 in Lincoln.
The Meadows Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 43 applications for 30 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 were first-preference applications.
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 Meadows Primary School include Library, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Football, Athletics, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Film Club, Gardening, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.4%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lincoln, The Meadows 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Calder Road, Lincoln, Lincoln, LN5 9BB |
| Headteacher | A Bell |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 351 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.4% |
| School Capacity | 351 / 420 (84% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Feb 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9688th of 13,686
Nationally
920th of 1,353
In East Midlands
10th of 16
In Lincoln
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
54%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
43
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
30 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 Meadows Primary School
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Contact Information
Calder Road, Lincoln
Lincoln, LN5 9BB
Journey to School
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