Wygate Park Academy
136%
Capacity
285
Pupils
3.8x
Demand
About Wygate Park Academy
Wygate Park Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the South Holland community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 285 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (136% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Wygate Park Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Craig Early, it falls under Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 88% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 490th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 32 in South Holland.
Wygate Park Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 115 applications for 30 places, making it 3.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 50 were first-preference applications.
Wygate Park Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 94% recommending the school (17 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Wygate Park Academy include Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Tennis, Athletics, Swimming, as well as clubs including Art Club, Science Club, Gardening, Drama and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Holland, Wygate Park 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Witham Road, Spalding, South Holland, PE11 3WT |
| Headteacher | Craig Early |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 285 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.1% |
| School Capacity | 285 / 210 (136% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (88%)
490th of 13,686
Nationally
44th of 1,353
In East Midlands
4th of 32
In South Holland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
88%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
81%
'23/24
88%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
17 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
115
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
50 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Wygate Park Academy
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Contact Information
Witham Road, Spalding
South Holland, PE11 3WT
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