Waddington Redwood Primary Academy
93%
Capacity
293
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Waddington Redwood Primary Academy
Waddington Redwood Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Kesteven community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 293 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 315 places).
Ofsted has rated Waddington Redwood Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sian Milling, it falls under Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 34% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13041st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 41st out of 41 in North Kesteven.
Waddington Redwood Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 72 applications for 32 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 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 Waddington Redwood Primary Academy include Gymnasium, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Football, Dance, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Coding, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.8%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Kesteven, Waddington Redwood 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Redwood Drive, Waddington, Lincoln, North Kesteven, LN5 9BN |
| Headteacher | Sian Milling |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 293 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.8% |
| School Capacity | 293 / 315 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Jan 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Sept 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (34%)
13041st of 13,686
Nationally
1276th of 1,353
In East Midlands
41st of 41
In North Kesteven
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
34%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
34%
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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed32
72
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
30 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Redwood Drive, Waddington, Lincoln
North Kesteven, LN5 9BN
Journey to School
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