Bucknall Primary School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 3-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Bucknall Primary School Main Street Bucknall Henry Lane Bardney Lincolnshire LN10 5DT |
| Phone | 01526388233 |
| Reference Number | 120443 |
Bucknall Primary School continues to perform well, maintaining its status as a good school since its last inspection. The school showcases a strong sense of community where pupils express enjoyment in their learning and feel safe. The inclusive environment supports children, particularly those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), ensuring they are treated as individuals. Parents appreciate the tailored support for their children, highlighting the school's ability to help each child shine. The leadership team has successfully designed a broad and balanced curriculum, fostering both academic achievement and personal development.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 34 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 41.18%
Girls: 58.82% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 44.1% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 2.9% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 8.5 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 11 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 9.5 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 3 | 4 |
| 2 | 5 | 2 | 7 |
| 3 | 3 | 2 | 5 |
| 4 | Unknown | 4 | 4 |
| 5 | 1 | 6 | 7 |
| 6 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 85.3% |
| White & Asian | 8.8% |
| Unclassified | 2.9% |
| Irish | 2.9% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 17 Jan 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 17 Jan 2023 | School inspection |
| 11 Jan 2018 | Short inspection |
| 28 Nov 2012 | Full inspection: |
| 19 Oct 2011 | Monitoring visit |
| 18 May 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 14 Dec 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 05 Feb 2001 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils enjoy a welcoming and inclusive school environment.
- Strong community relationships foster a family-like atmosphere.
- High expectations of all pupils, including those with SEND.
- Effective leadership and management prioritizing reading and personal development.
- Well-structured curriculum allowing progression in knowledge and skills.
Areas for Improvement
- Some foundation subjects lack depth of knowledge development.
- Knowledge and skills for pupils with SEND need clearer identification.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 5 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 4 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Bardney Church of England and Methodist Primary School
Henry Lane, Bardney, Bardney Cofe & Methodist Primary School, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN3 5XJ |
3.05 miles |
|
St Andrew's CofE Primary School
King Edward Crescent, Woodhall Spa, Lincolnshire, LN10 6RQ |
3.58 miles |
|
St Hugh's School
Cromwell Avenue, Woodhall Spa, LN10 6TQ |
3.95 miles |
| Name | Distance |