The Potterhanworth Church of England Primary School
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The Potterhanworth Church of England Primary School is a primary school in Lincoln for ages 2 to 11. It is one of the 393 schools in Lincolnshire. It ranks 47th of 62 primary schools in Lincoln. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in October 2012.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 17 October 2012, report published 8 November 2012
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 30 March 2023
This is a happy and nurturing school. Staff know their pupils well. Relationships between adults and pupils are positive. As one pupil said, 'All the teachers at school are very considerate and help us with all our worries.' Pupils are polite. They hold doors open for everyone and care for each other. The school lives out its vision to prepare pupils for a 'life full of opportunities, excitement, learning and respect'. This is an inclusive school. Pupils behave well in lessons and at social times. Learning is not disrupted by others. Pupils understand and value the 'Warning, Chance and Action' behaviour system. Pupils highly value the reward systems. As one pupil said, 'It is an exciting school, and we do lots of cheering on of each other when we do well.' Pupils enjoy playtimes. They use different equipment that supports their play and helps them to lead a healthy lifestyle. They say that bullying is rare and when it does happen, staff deal with any issues swiftly. Pupils look forward to a range of enrichment activities, such as a 'Mental Health Workshop' and the local history 'Wow and Time to Shine' visits. They enjoy being part of the school and the Collective Worship Council.
What the school should improve
- Sometimes in lessons, teachers do not check pupils' prior knowledge before they engage pupils in the planned learning. This can mean that some pupils do not build upon what they already know and do not achieve as well as they could. Leaders should ensure that teachers use appropriate checks in lessons, so they can adapt their teaching to address any gaps in pupils' learning.
- The school has rightly identified the key vocabulary that pupils need to learn using the school's 'Road Maps' for each curriculum area. At times, incorrect spelling, punctuation and grammar are not corrected. Consequently, pupils do not acquire the knowledge and skills that they need. Some do not write with precision. Leaders must ensure that teacher's expectations of the accuracy of spelling, punctuation and grammar is higher and that pupils are taught the knowledge and skills needed to write with fluency and accuracy.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
20 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
113 pupils on roll, with places for 117
Schools near The Potterhanworth Church of England Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nocton Community Primary School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 71% met the expected standard |
| Dunston St Peter's Church of England Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 30% met the expected standard |
| Branston Junior Academy | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 57% met the expected standard |
| Branston Church of England Infant Academy | 3 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding | Not published |
| Heighington Millfield Primary Academy | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 73% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mr Ben Kennedy
- Phone
- 01522791031
- Address
- Main Road, Potterhanworth, Lincoln, LN4 2DT
- Local authority
- Lincolnshire
- URN
- 120534
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.