Springwell Alternative Academy Lincoln

URN: 147195 • Lincoln LN2 4EL

Overview

Name
Springwell Alternative Academy Lincoln
URN
147195
Type
Free schools alternative provision
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
WELLSPRING ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
48.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Lisa Ashcroft-Day (since 2025)
Telephone
01522308310
Website
Visit
Address
Macaulay Drive, Lincoln LN2 4EL

Summary

Springwell Alternative Academy Lincoln is a specialist alternative provision school located in Lincoln, catering to pupils with social, emotional, and mental health difficulties. The academy serves students from Key Stage 1 to Key Stage 4, with a focus on reintegrating younger pupils back into mainstream education or transitioning them to suitable special school settings. The school currently has 81 pupils enrolled, exceeding its capacity of 63, and offers a supportive environment tailored to individual needs.

The ethos of Springwell is built on values such as trauma-informed practice, unconditional positive regard, and a nurturing culture. The Executive Principal, Lisa Ashcroft-Day, emphasizes the importance of collaboration with families to address challenges and support student development. The academy aims to ensure that all pupils feel valued and successful as they prepare for their next educational steps.

Admissions to Springwell are facilitated through referrals from mainstream schools or the Local Authority following permanent exclusions. The academy is committed to providing a safe and supportive learning environment, fostering personal growth and academic achievement for all its students.

Key details

LA
Lincolnshire
Age range
4 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
WELLSPRING ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
63
Pupils
81
Boys
49
Girls
32
FSM %
81.50
Open date
2019-06-10
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-07-13
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lincolnshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 81 49 32 63 81.50
2024-09-11 48 32 16 63 72.90
2023-09-11 30 24 6 62 60.00
2022-09-11 30 24 6 60.00
2021-09-11 25 18 7 64.00
2020-09-11 37 26 11 64.90

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