Sir John Nelthorpe School

URN: 118112 • Brigg DN20 8AA

Overview

Name
Sir John Nelthorpe School
URN
118112
Type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
66.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Robert Biglands (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01652656551
Website
Visit
Address
Grammar School Road, Brigg DN20 8AA

Summary

Sir John Nelthorpe School is a voluntary controlled secondary school located in Brigg, North Lincolnshire, with a current enrolment of 877 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 870. The school is committed to providing a broad and balanced curriculum that caters to the diverse abilities of its students, aiming to foster curiosity and imagination while preparing them for future challenges.

The school promotes a positive learning environment built on mutual respect and strong partnerships between staff, pupils, and parents. Recent Ofsted reports highlight the school's high expectations for student behaviour and academic achievement, as well as its dedication to developing experiences beyond the classroom. The school's motto, "Fortis et Fidelis" (strong and faithful), reflects its core values of respect, resilience, and integrity.

Sir John Nelthorpe School focuses on academic excellence and personal development, ensuring that every student is supported in their educational journey. The school strives to create a safe and caring atmosphere where students can thrive academically, personally, and socially, while also being valued members of the wider community.

Key details

LA
North Lincolnshire
Age range
11 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
870
Pupils
877
Boys
446
Girls
431
FSM %
20.80
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-10-18
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lincolnshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 877 446 431 870 20.80
2024-09-11 830 422 408 870 20.70
2023-09-11 775 425 350 870 15.90
2022-09-11 775 425 350 870 15.90
2021-09-11 748 396 352 870 13.60
2020-09-11 755 387 368 870 10.80

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