The Richmond Primary Academy
93%
Capacity
389
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About The Richmond Primary Academy
The Richmond Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the East Lindsey community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 389 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated The Richmond Primary Academy "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Danielle Harris, it falls under Lincolnshire local authority.
The Richmond Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 85 applications for 50 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 45 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Richmond Primary Academy include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cricket, Gymnastics, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Science Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in East Lindsey, The Richmond Primary Academy 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 | Richmond Drive, David Ross Education Trust, Skegness, East Lindsey, PE25 3SH |
| Headteacher | Danielle Harris |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 389 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.0% |
| School Capacity | 389 / 420 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Sept 2021Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Dec 2021. 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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed50
85
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
45 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Richmond Drive, David Ross Education Trust, Skegness
East Lindsey, PE25 3SH
Richmond Drive, David Ross Education Trust, Skegness
East Lindsey, PE25 3SH
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