What is the best primary school in Lincoln?

On our composite score, Witham St Hughs Academy is the top-ranked primary school in Lincoln, with a grade B. The score is one view of a school: each profile shows the figures behind it, and the list above ranks every scored primary school in the area.

How many primary schools are there in Lincoln?

There are 72 primary schools in Lincoln with a composite score on FindGreatSchools. Schools too new to have published results, and independent and special schools, are listed on their own pages.

How are primary schools in Lincoln ranked?

By our composite score, which blends four domains (Ofsted inspection, attainment, progress and engagement) into a grade from A to F. Schools are ordered by score weighted by data completeness, so a school with thin data cannot leapfrog a well-measured one. The method and weights are published in full.

When do I apply for a primary school place in Lincoln?

Applications for Reception places in Lincoln starting in September 2027 close on 15 January 2027. You apply through the council where you live, and offers are made on National Offer Day, 16 April 2027 (or the next working day).

The best primary schools in Lincoln

Compare 72 top-rated primary schools in Lincoln, ranked by Ofsted ratings, SATs results, attendance and progress. Top of the list: Witham St Hughs Academy.

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Compare the top two side by side: Witham St Hughs Academy vs Digby the Tedder Primary School

The best primary schools in Lincoln

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Witham St Hughs Academy

Digby the Tedder Primary School

Ling Moor Primary Academy

The Hackthorn Church of England Primary School

Reepham Church of England Primary School

North Scarle Primary School

Dunholme St Chad's Church of England Primary School

Ingham Primary School

St Hugh's Catholic Primary

Digby Church of England School

Swinderby All Saints Church of England Primary School

The St Faith and St Martin Church of England Junior School, Lincoln

The Lincoln St Peter at Gowts Church of England Primary School

Welton St Mary's Church of England Primary Academy

Walcott Primary School

Waddington All Saints Academy

The South Hykeham Community Primary School

Heighington Millfield Primary Academy

Lincoln Carlton Academy

Bardney Church of England and Methodist Primary School

Navenby Church of England Primary School

Newton-on-Trent CofE Primary School

The North Hykeham All Saints Church of England Primary School

The St Michael's Church of England Primary School, Thorpe on the Hill

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