Best 3 Primary schools in West Lindsey – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of primary schools: The Gainsborough Hillcrest Early Years Academy (Primary) in Gainsborough; The Hackthorn Church of England Primary School (Primary) in Lincoln; Ellison Boulters Church of England Primary School (Primary) in Lincoln — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares The Gainsborough Hillcrest Early Years Academy, The Hackthorn Church of England Primary School and Ellison Boulters Church of England Primary School. They are primary phase and academy converter and voluntary controlled school type located around Gainsborough, Lincolnshire and Lincoln, Lincolnshire. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (The Gainsborough Hillcrest Early Years Academy), published Nov 2014. The lowest is 2 (Ellison Boulters Church of England Primary School), published Jul 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Ellison Boulters Church of England Primary School (Jul 2024). average roll around ≈ 200, combined total ≈ 550, typical FSM 20–25%, range 0–5%–50–55%; all under Lincolnshire local authority.

🔒 Export (Pro)

Attribute	The Gainsborough Hillcrest Early Years Academy DN21 1SW	The Hackthorn Church of England Primary School LN2 3PF	Ellison Boulters Church of England Primary School LN2 2UZ
Phase / Type	Primary • Academy converter	Primary • Voluntary controlled school	Primary • Academy converter
Location	Gainsborough Lincolnshire DN21 1SW	Lincoln Lincolnshire LN2 3PF	Lincoln Lincolnshire LN2 2UZ
Latest Ofsted	1 5 Nov 2014	1 14 May 2014	2 1 Jul 2024
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 200 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 50 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 300 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	50–55% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	0–5% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	315	56	266
Capacity utilisation	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	Lincolnshire (925)	Lincolnshire (925)	Lincolnshire (925)
Website	www.hillcrestearlyyearsacademy.co.uk	www.hackthorn.lincs.sch.uk	www.ellisonboultersacademy.co.uk
Telephone	01427613483	01673860295	01673862392
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

The Gainsborough Hillcrest Early Years Academy

DN21 1SW

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy converter
Location: Gainsborough
Lincolnshire
DN21 1SW
Ofsted: 1 5 Nov 2014
Pupils: ≈ 200 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 50–55% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Lincolnshire (925)
Website: www.hillcrestearlyyearsacademy.co.uk
Telephone: 01427613483

The Hackthorn Church of England Primary School

LN2 3PF

Phase / Type: Primary • Voluntary controlled school
Location: Lincoln
Lincolnshire
LN2 3PF
Ofsted: 1 14 May 2014
Pupils: ≈ 50 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Lincolnshire (925)
Website: www.hackthorn.lincs.sch.uk
Telephone: 01673860295

Ellison Boulters Church of England Primary School

LN2 2UZ

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy converter
Location: Lincoln
Lincolnshire
LN2 2UZ
Ofsted: 2 1 Jul 2024
Pupils: ≈ 300 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 0–5% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Lincolnshire (925)
Website: www.ellisonboultersacademy.co.uk
Telephone: 01673862392

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.

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