Witham St Hughs Academy
97%
Capacity
408
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Witham St Hughs Academy
Witham St Hughs Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Kesteven community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 408 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 420 places).
the school is led by headteacher Sam Coy, it falls under Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 82% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1197th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 41 in North Kesteven.
Witham St Hughs Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 95 applications for 60 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 67 were first-preference applications.
Witham St Hughs Academy has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.1/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Witham St Hughs Academy include Library, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Gymnastics, Football, Tennis, as well as clubs including Book Club, Gardening, Chess, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Kesteven, Witham St Hughs 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Muntjac Way, Lincoln, North Kesteven, LN6 9WF |
| Headteacher | Sam Coy |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 408 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.0% |
| School Capacity | 408 / 420 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (82%)
1197th of 13,686
Nationally
94th of 1,353
In East Midlands
2nd of 41
In North Kesteven
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
82%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
82%
'23/24
82%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
95
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
67 families put this school as their 1st choice (71% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Witham St Hughs Academy
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Contact Information
Muntjac Way, Lincoln
North Kesteven, LN6 9WF
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