Seathorne Primary Academy

  • Primary
  • Academy
  • Ages 3 to 11
Ofsted: Good

Count Alan Road, Winthorpe, Skegness, PE25 1HBOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)

Seathorne Primary Academy is a primary school in Skegness for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 393 schools in Lincolnshire. It ranks 3rd of 9 primary schools in Skegness. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in June 2016.

Ofsted inspection

Inspected 7 June 2016, report published 14 July 2016

Overall effectiveness
Good
Leadership and management
Good
Early years provision
Good
Safeguarding
Met

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 11 June 2024

Pupils value attending Seathorne Primary Academy. The school's environment reflects the high expectations that the school has for its pupils. Pupils respect their school. They describe it as welcoming and inclusive. They feel 'cared for, well educated, and safe'. Pupils' behaviour is good. In lessons, pupils listen carefully to their teachers. They collaborate, share and show each other respect. Pupils said that they do not fear bullying in school. They value the many staff that they can turn to if they need help. They particularly value the 'listening ears'. Pupils learn how to keep safe, including when using the internet. They learn how to keep healthy. Pupils enjoy clubs and sports outside of the school day and at lunchtime. They benefit from the breakfast and after-school clubs. Water safety is a school priority. Many pupils have not yet had the opportunity to learn to swim. The school ensures that the curriculum is enriched by visits outside of the classroom. Pupils relish these opportunities. Year 6 pupils spoke excitedly about their visit to a local aviation centre to see the Lancaster aircraft 'Just Jane' as part of their studies.

What the school should improve

  • Curriculum planning has improved in many subjects, but not in all. In some subjects there is insufficient focus on the key knowledge that pupils need to learn and to return to. This means that pupils do not achieve as well as they could. The school must ensure that the curriculum in all subjects is knowledge focused, well planned and well implemented. It should continue the work to ensure all pupils achieve their potential.
  • Provision in the early years has improved. The outdoor provision has been developed but there is still more to do to maximise the opportunities to teach the prime areas of learning, particularly physical development. This is important as many pupils have limited other opportunities for play. The school must ensure that the outdoor provision is further developed in order to maximise the learning opportunities for children.
  • Pupils' attendance is improving, but some pupils, including vulnerable pupils, do not attend school regularly enough. These pupils are missing a high-quality education and the care and support of the school. The school must continue the work to reduce pupil absence and to ensure that pupils arrive to school promptly.

Exam results

SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25

33 pupils took the tests

Expected standard in reading, writing and maths67%

67%, 5 percentage points above the England average of 62%.

Higher standard in reading, writing and maths6%

6%, 2 percentage points below the England average of 8%.

Reading, average scaled score104

104, 2 below the England average of 106.

Maths, average scaled score104

104, 1 below the England average of 105.

Grammar, punctuation and spelling, average scaled score104

104, 1 below the England average of 105.

Pupil numbers and mix

285 pupils on roll, with places for 420

Eligible for free school meals48.4%

48.4%, 21.9 percentage points above the England average of 26.5%.

English as an additional language9.5%

9.5%, 12.1 percentage points below the England average of 21.6%.

Special educational needs support18.6%

18.6%, 3.8 percentage points above the England average of 14.8%.

Education, health and care plan3.9%

3.9%, 2.1 percentage points below the England average of 6%.

Schools near Seathorne Primary Academy

SchoolDistanceOfstedResults
Beacon Primary Academy0.9 milesOfsted: Good70% met the expected standard
Skegness Junior Academy1 mileOfsted judgements: Good51% met the expected standard
Skegness Infant Academy1 mileOfsted: GoodNot published
The Richmond Primary Academy2 milesOfsted: Requires improvement50% met the expected standard
Ingoldmells Academy2 milesOfsted: Good73% met the expected standard

School details

School type
Academy converter
Sector
Academy
Trust
GREENWOOD ACADEMIES TRUST
Age range
3 to 11
Gender
Mixed
Nursery classes
Yes
Headteacher
Mr Matthew Wood
Address
Count Alan Road, Winthorpe, Skegness, PE25 1HB
Local authority
Lincolnshire
URN
147412

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.