The Metheringham Primary School
94%
Capacity
264
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About The Metheringham Primary School
The Metheringham Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Kesteven community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 264 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 280 places).
Ofsted has rated The Metheringham Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Leanne Duggin, it falls under Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9444th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 30th out of 41 in North Kesteven.
The Metheringham Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 52 applications for 39 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 39 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Metheringham Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Cricket, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Chess, Gardening, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.0%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Kesteven, The Metheringham 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Princes Street, Lincoln, North Kesteven, LN4 3BX |
| Headteacher | Leanne Duggin |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 264 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.0% |
| School Capacity | 264 / 280 (94% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Dec 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Jan 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9444th of 13,686
Nationally
887th of 1,353
In East Midlands
30th of 41
In North Kesteven
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
41%
'23/24
55%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed39
52
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
39 families put this school as their 1st choice (75% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Metheringham Primary School
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Contact Information
Princes Street, Lincoln
North Kesteven, LN4 3BX
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