West Butterwick C of E Primary Academy
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Capacity
50
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About West Butterwick C of E Primary Academy
West Butterwick C of E Primary Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the North Lincolnshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 50 pupils on roll. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated West Butterwick C of E Primary Academy "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Daniel Callaghan, it falls under North Lincolnshire local authority.
West Butterwick C of E Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 8 applications for 5 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 5 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at West Butterwick C of E Primary Academy include Library, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cross Country, Cricket, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Science Club, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.0%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Lincolnshire, West Butterwick C of E Primary Academy is one of the options available in the Yorkshire and the Humber 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | School Lane, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, DN17 3LB |
| Headteacher | Daniel Callaghan |
| Local Authority | North Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 50 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.0% |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
31 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Dec 2023. 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed5
8
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
5 families put this school as their 1st choice (63% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
School Lane, Scunthorpe
North Lincolnshire, DN17 3LB
School Lane, Scunthorpe
North Lincolnshire, DN17 3LB
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