Barkston and Syston CofE Primary School
URN: 120689 • Grantham NG32 2NB
Overview
- Name
- Barkston and Syston CofE Primary School
- URN
- 120689
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Rebecca J Lyon (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01400250553
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Church Street, Grantham NG32 2NB
Summary
Barkston and Syston CofE Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school located in Grantham, Lincolnshire, serving a mixed-gender student body of 95 pupils, with a capacity of 105. The school prides itself on fostering strong relationships within its small community, ensuring that every child feels heard and supported. The ethos of the school is rooted in Christian values, encouraging students to "let your light shine before others," as reflected in their commitment to spiritual development and community engagement.
The curriculum at Barkston and Syston is designed to support the holistic development of each child, with a strong emphasis on academic achievement. The school has recently celebrated top rankings in county league tables for reading and maths at Key Stage 2, highlighting its focus on educational excellence. Additionally, the school offers various extracurricular activities, including sports and special events, to enrich the students' learning experiences.
Parents interested in enrolling their children are encouraged to contact the school for more information and to arrange a personalized tour. The school maintains an open line of communication through its website and contact details, ensuring that families feel connected and involved in their children's education.
The curriculum at Barkston and Syston is designed to support the holistic development of each child, with a strong emphasis on academic achievement. The school has recently celebrated top rankings in county league tables for reading and maths at Key Stage 2, highlighting its focus on educational excellence. Additionally, the school offers various extracurricular activities, including sports and special events, to enrich the students' learning experiences.
Parents interested in enrolling their children are encouraged to contact the school for more information and to arrange a personalized tour. The school maintains an open line of communication through its website and contact details, ensuring that families feel connected and involved in their children's education.
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- Governance (governance)
- Governors Only (governance)
- More Information About the Governors (governance)
- SEND and Local Offer (sen)
- Special events (calendar)
- Sporting events (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Barrowby Church of England Primary School (73.5)
- Denton CofE School (70.1)
- Poplar Farm School (65.1)
- The Saint Mary's Catholic Primary School, Grantham (64.9)
- The Caythorpe Primary School (61.7)
Key details
- LA
- Lincolnshire
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 105
- Pupils
- 95
- Boys
- 47
- Girls
- 48
- FSM %
- 16.80
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-02-28
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lincolnshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 95 | 47 | 48 | 105 | 16.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 94 | 49 | 45 | 105 | 17.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 103 | 54 | 49 | 105 | 8.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 103 | 54 | 49 | 105 | 8.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 105 | 54 | 51 | 105 | 8.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 108 | 45 | 63 | 105 | 5.60 |
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