West Grantham Church of England Primary Academy
65%
Capacity
214
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About West Grantham Church of England Primary Academy
West Grantham Church of England Primary Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the South Kesteven community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 214 pupils on roll, operating at 65% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated West Grantham Church of England Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Natalie Smyth, it falls under Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 44% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11940th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 41st out of 48 in South Kesteven.
West Grantham Church of England Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 27 applications for 13 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 13 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 West Grantham Church of England Primary Academy include ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Cricket, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Science Club, Film Club, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 66.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Kesteven, West Grantham Church of England 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Trent Road, Grantham, South Kesteven, NG31 7XQ |
| Headteacher | Natalie Smyth |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 214 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 66.8% |
| School Capacity | 214 / 328 (65% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (44%)
11940th of 13,686
Nationally
1160th of 1,353
In East Midlands
41st of 48
In South Kesteven
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
44%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
37%
'23/24
44%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed13
27
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
13 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About West Grantham Church of England Primary Academy
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Contact Information
Trent Road, Grantham
South Kesteven, NG31 7XQ
Journey to School
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