The Potterhanworth Church of England Primary School

Type Primary / Voluntary controlled school
Age Range 4-11
Religion Church of England
Address Main Road
Potterhanworth
Lincoln
Lincolnshire
LN4 2DT
Phone 01522791031
Reference Number 120534

The Potterhanworth Church of England Primary School continues to perform well, maintaining its status as a good school. It is characterized by a nurturing environment where pupils feel valued and safe. Relationships between staff and pupils are positive, contributing to a culture of respect and support. The school emphasizes reading, with staff trained in phonics and access to a diverse range of texts, fostering a love of reading among pupils. Feedback from parents and staff alike highlights the school's commitment to inclusivity and a high ambition for all students to succeed. Despite its strengths, the school faces challenges in some areas. Leaders have identified gaps in the use of assessment in certain subjects, impacting some pupils' learning outcomes. There are also concerns regarding inconsistent correction of spelling, punctuation, and grammar, affecting overall writing proficiency. Nonetheless, with clear leadership and an understanding of areas for improvement, the school shows promise for continued development and success.

General Makeup

Number of pupils 120
Boy/Girl ratio Boys: 50%
Girls: 50%
Percentage of students eligible for free school meals 7.5%
Percentage of students where English is not their first language 0%

Class Sizes

Average size of one teacher classes 24
Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher 30
Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher 22.7

Year Groups

Year Boys Girls Total
1 11 10 21
2 9 9 18
3 9 11 20
4 7 5 12
5 8 8 16
6 10 10 20

Ethnicities

Ethnicity Percentage
White, British 96.7%
White & Asian 1.7%
Unclassified 0.8%
Mixed, Other 0.8%

Overall Ofsted Rating Good
Last Report Date 30 Mar 2023
Date Report
30 Mar 2023 School inspection
12 Sep 2017 Short inspection
17 Oct 2012 Full inspection:
07 Jan 2011 Interim assessment
09 Jun 2009 Curriculum and development visit
17 Mar 2008 Full inspection:
20 May 2003 Full inspection

Strengths

  • Strong emphasis on a nurturing and supportive environment.
  • Positive relationships between staff and pupils.
  • Effective phonics training and a love for reading cultivated among pupils.
  • Well-supported pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
  • Inclusive curriculum promoting diversity and British values.
  • Clear school routines and low levels of disruption.

Areas for Improvement

  • Inconsistent use of assessment in some subjects.
  • Unofficial checks on prior knowledge can lead to gaps in pupils' learning.
  • Some spelling, punctuation, and grammar errors are not addressed adequately.

How many students meet the standards

Reading, Writing & Maths School Score Percentile (local) Percentile (nationwide)
Pupils meeting the expected standard 60%
Pupils meeting a higher standard 0%

Average Scaled Score

Results are converted into scaled scores to allow accurate comparisons of performance over time even if the difficulty of the test varies over time. Scaled scores range from 80 to 120.

Subject School Percentile (local) Percentile (nationwide)
Reading 106
Maths 100

Progress Scores

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Metric School Score Percentile (local) Percentile (nationwide)
Reading 1.5
Writing -2.9
Maths -1.1

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2025 Admissions

Number of Applications Number of Offers
First Preference
Second Preference 12 3
Third Preference 8 0
From another Local Authority 0 0

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