Western Primary School
79%
Capacity
248
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Western Primary School
Western Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North East Lincolnshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 248 pupils on roll, operating at 79% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Western Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Katy Baker (Acting Headteacher), it falls under North East Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 30% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13269th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 42nd out of 42 in North East Lincolnshire.
Western Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 31 applications for 16 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Western Primary School include Gymnasium, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Choir, Coding, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 44.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North East Lincolnshire, Western Primary School 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Broadway, Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire, DN34 5RS |
| Headteacher | Katy Baker (Acting Headteacher) |
| Local Authority | North East Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 248 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 44.2% |
| School Capacity | 248 / 315 (79% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (30%)
13269th of 13,686
Nationally
1471st of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
42nd of 42
In North East Lincolnshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
30%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
30%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed16
31
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Broadway, Grimsby
North East Lincolnshire, DN34 5RS
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