Linton Primary School
URN: 112978 • Swadlincote DE12 6QA
Overview
- Name
- Linton Primary School
- URN
- 112978
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Catherine Hollis (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01283760382
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Main Street, Swadlincote DE12 6QA
Summary
Linton Primary School is a mixed foundation primary school located in Swadlincote, Derbyshire, catering to approximately 274 pupils aged 3 to 11. The school is situated in a spacious environment, featuring six classrooms in the main building, an IT suite, and a dedicated Early Years facility. Additional resources include a large sports hall, playgrounds, and a nature area, all designed to support a comprehensive learning experience.
The school aims to provide a nurturing and inclusive educational environment, with a curriculum that promotes both academic and personal development. Linton Primary School emphasizes the importance of community, with many students coming from the nearby villages of Linton and Castle Gresley. The school maintains a strong connection with families, encouraging parental involvement and collaboration to enhance student learning.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (31.7%), Linton Primary School is committed to supporting all students, ensuring they have access to the resources and assistance needed to thrive. The school’s ethos focuses on fostering a love for learning and preparing students for future challenges.
The school aims to provide a nurturing and inclusive educational environment, with a curriculum that promotes both academic and personal development. Linton Primary School emphasizes the importance of community, with many students coming from the nearby villages of Linton and Castle Gresley. The school maintains a strong connection with families, encouraging parental involvement and collaboration to enhance student learning.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (31.7%), Linton Primary School is committed to supporting all students, ensuring they have access to the resources and assistance needed to thrive. The school’s ethos focuses on fostering a love for learning and preparing students for future challenges.
Useful links
- Meet the Governors (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Events and News (calendar)
- Newsletter 4 - 3rd October 2025 (download)
- Newsletter 5 - 10th October 2025 (download)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- School Uniform Policy (other)
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Key details
- LA
- Derbyshire
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 300
- Pupils
- 274
- Boys
- 128
- Girls
- 146
- FSM %
- 31.70
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-02-13
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Derbyshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 274 | 128 | 146 | 300 | 31.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 281 | 134 | 147 | 300 | 31.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 297 | 162 | 135 | 300 | 33.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 297 | 162 | 135 | 300 | 33.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 292 | 151 | 141 | 300 | 27.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 286 | 150 | 136 | 280 | 22.20 |
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