Scunthorpe CofE Primary School
Gurnell Street, Scunthorpe, DN15 6HPOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Scunthorpe CofE Primary School is a primary school in Scunthorpe for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 90 schools in North Lincolnshire. It ranks 23rd of 27 primary schools in Scunthorpe. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in May 2023.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 4 May 2023, report published 26 June 2023
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Good
- Personal development
- Outstanding
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 4 May 2023
Children from many backgrounds, faiths and experiences are part of this highly inclusive and happy school. Everyone's uniqueness is celebrated, but there is also a shared sense of togetherness. Adults tell pupils that they are all stars, but each week, pupils are celebrated as 'shining that little bit brighter' in rewards assemblies. Leaders leave no stone left unturned when considering how to make the school a welcoming place for everyone. Translators are available for parents and pupils new to English. At lunchtime, 'family dining' means everyone has someone to sit with, and new pupils quickly make friends. Leaders have considered carefully how to enrich the lives of pupils, create aspiration and build tolerance. Parents value the care pupils receive at Scunthorpe C of E Primary School, which is designated a 'School of Sanctuary'. Pupils behave well. Lessons are not disrupted by poor behaviour. Bullying is rare, but pupils are confident adults would address it, should it happen. Relationships between adults and pupils are built on respect and kindness. Leaders want the best for every pupil. They ensure that pupils have access to the help they need to reach their expectations.
What the school should improve
- Some subject thinking is new. In these subjects, teachers do not consistently follow the planned curriculum. This means pupils have gaps in their understanding. Leaders should ensure that new curriculum thinking is understood and followed by all teachers and that planning is embedded.
- Too many pupils are persistently absent. This means they are missing out on important learning. Leaders should ensure that the percentage of pupils who do not attend school regularly reduces and attendance continues to improve.
- Governors are not always rigorous enough in their challenge of school leaders around outcomes and attendance. Governors should ensure that they have the necessary skills and knowledge to provide challenge and support to leaders in improving these areas.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
29 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
234 pupils on roll, with places for 238
Schools near Scunthorpe CofE Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crosby Primary School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | 45% met the expected standard |
| Oasis Academy Henderson Avenue | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | 60% met the expected standard |
| Frodingham Infant School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted judgements: Requires improvement to good | Not published |
| Bushfield Road Infant School | 1 mile | Ofsted judgements: Requires improvement to good | Not published |
| Saint Augustine Webster Catholic Voluntary Academy | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 77% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mrs Sara Neall
- Phone
- 01724842526
- Address
- Gurnell Street, Scunthorpe, DN15 6HP
- Local authority
- North Lincolnshire
- URN
- 118016
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.