Woodlands Academy
70%
Capacity
289
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Woodlands Academy
Woodlands Academy 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 289 pupils on roll, operating at 70% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Woodlands Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rebecca Wakefield, it falls under North East Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6867th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 26th out of 42 in North East Lincolnshire.
Woodlands Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 40 applications for 30 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 were first-preference applications.
Woodlands Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is below average, with 40% recommending the school (15 responses).
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 Woodlands Academy include Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Forest School, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Swimming, Cricket, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Book Club, Choir, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 49.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North East Lincolnshire, Woodlands 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 | Pinewood Crescent, Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire, DN33 1RJ |
| Headteacher | Rebecca Wakefield |
| Local Authority | North East Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 289 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 49.3% |
| School Capacity | 289 / 415 (70% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Jul 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Sept 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6867th of 13,686
Nationally
726th of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
26th of 42
In North East Lincolnshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
63%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
15 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
40
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
30 families put this school as their 1st choice (75% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Woodlands Academy
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Pinewood Crescent, Grimsby
North East Lincolnshire, DN33 1RJ
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