Legsby Primary School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 4-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Legsby Market Rasen Lincolnshire LN8 3QW |
| Phone | 01673843268 |
| Reference Number | 120457 |
Legsby Primary School has shown significant improvement since its previous inspection, moving from a grade of requires improvement to good. The school has established a strong culture of respect, safety, and positive relationships among pupils and staff, contributing to a welcoming environment. Leaders have implemented a well-structured curriculum and invested resources to support reading and personal development, leading to a positive school experience for the majority of pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). The school prioritizes pupil well-being and actively engages parents in their children's education.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 34 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 44.12%
Girls: 55.88% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 35.3% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 0% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 11.3 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 15 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 9.5 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| 2 | 5 | 4 | 9 |
| 3 | 1 | 3 | 4 |
| 4 | 4 | 4 | 8 |
| 5 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| 6 | 1 | 3 | 4 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 94.1% |
| African | 2.9% |
| Mixed, Other | 2.9% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 18 Jul 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 18 Jul 2023 | School inspection: |
| 10 Jul 2019 | Full inspection: |
| 12 Jan 2016 | Short inspection |
| 28 Mar 2014 | Interim assessment |
| 10 May 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 25 Feb 2010 | Monitoring visit |
| 29 Feb 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 07 Oct 2002 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Leaders have high expectations of pupils' behaviour.
- Pupils establish positive relationships with staff and feel safe.
- The curriculum is well-structured and supports progressive knowledge acquisition.
- Effective support for pupils with SEND ensures their needs are met.
- Pupils perform well in reading, with most enjoying the reading process.
Areas for Improvement
- Some teachers do not consistently help pupils recall prior learning.
- In certain subjects, checks on pupil understanding are not uniformly effective.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 2 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 1 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
The Market Rasen Church of England Primary School
Mill Road, Market Rasen, Lincolnshire, LN8 3BL |
2.85 miles |
|
Tealby School
Front Street, Tealby, Lincs, Market Rasen, Lincolnshire, LN8 3XU |
3.55 miles |
|
The Middle Rasen Primary School
North Street, Middle Rasen, Market Rasen, Lincolnshire, LN8 3TS |
3.87 miles |
|
Faldingworth Community Primary School
High Street, Faldingworth, Market Rasen, Lincolnshire, LN8 3SF |
4.31 miles |
|
Wragby Primary School
Silver Street, Wragby, Market Rasen, Lincolnshire, LN8 5PJ |
4.57 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
De Aston School
Willingham Road, Market Rasen, Lincolnshire, LN8 3RF |
2.38 miles |
|
Acacia School
Acacia Hall, Shortwood Lane, Friesthorpe, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN3 5AL |
4.11 miles |