Willoughby Road Primary Academy
75%
Capacity
283
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Willoughby Road Primary Academy
Willoughby Road Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Lincolnshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 283 pupils on roll, operating at 75% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Willoughby Road Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Abby Blades-Baker, it falls under North Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7234th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 30th out of 51 in North Lincolnshire.
Willoughby Road Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 34 applications for 23 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 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 Willoughby Road Primary Academy include Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Athletics, Swimming, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Choir, Art Club, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 42.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Lincolnshire, Willoughby Road 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Willoughby Road, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, DN17 2NF |
| Headteacher | Abby Blades-Baker |
| Local Authority | North Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 283 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 42.6% |
| School Capacity | 283 / 376 (75% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Apr 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (2 Apr 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Jul 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7234th of 13,686
Nationally
760th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
30th of 51
In North Lincolnshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
62%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
34
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (65% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Willoughby Road, Scunthorpe
North Lincolnshire, DN17 2NF
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