Schools in Lincoln: Ofsted Ratings (2026)
137 registered schools in Lincoln, East Midlands. 61% are rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted. Browse the best primary and secondary schools below, then check a specific postcode for catchment distance.
137
Schools total
114 primary · 23 secondary
61%
Good or Outstanding
83 of 137
21
Rated Outstanding
62
Rated Good
Best primary schools in Lincoln
114 primary schools, sorted by Ofsted rating (Outstanding first). Showing the top 25.
| School | Postcode | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|
| Branston Church of England Infant Academy | LN4 1PR | Outstanding |
| Dunston St Peter's Church of England Primary School | LN4 2EH | Outstanding |
| Ellison Boulters Church of England Primary School | LN2 2UZ | Outstanding |
| Kidgate Academy | LN11 9BX | Outstanding |
| Ling Moor Primary Academy | LN6 8QZ | Outstanding |
| Mount Street Academy | LN1 3JG | Outstanding |
| Navenby Church of England Primary School | LN5 0EP | Outstanding |
| Reepham Church of England Primary School | LN3 4DP | Outstanding |
| St Hugh's Catholic Primary, A Voluntary Academy | LN6 0SH | Outstanding |
| Tealby School | LN8 3XU | Outstanding |
| The Edward Richardson Primary School, Tetford | LN9 6QQ | Outstanding |
| The Hackthorn Church of England Primary School | LN2 3PF | Outstanding |
| The Nettleham Infant and Nursery School | LN2 2NT | Outstanding |
| Witham St Hughs Academy | LN6 9WF | Outstanding |
| Bassingham Primary School | LN5 9HQ | Good |
| Binbrook CofE Primary School | LN8 6DU | Good |
| Bracebridge Infant and Nursery School | LN5 8QG | Good |
| Brant Broughton Church of England and Methodist Primary School | LN5 0RP | Good |
| Caistor CofE and Methodist Primary School | LN7 6LY | Good |
| Coningsby St Michael's Church of England Primary School | LN4 4SJ | Good |
| Digby the Tedder Primary School | LN4 3JY | Good |
| Dunholme St Chad's Church of England Primary School | LN2 3NE | Good |
| Eagle Community Primary School | LN6 9EJ | Good |
| East Wold Church of England Primary School | LN11 8LD | Good |
| Fiskerton Church of England Primary School | LN3 4HU | Good |
Best secondary schools in Lincoln
23 secondary schools, sorted by Ofsted rating. Showing the top 23.
| School | Postcode | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|
| Branston Community Academy | LN4 1LH | Outstanding |
| Caistor Grammar School | LN7 6QJ | Outstanding |
| King Edward VI Grammar School | LN11 9LL | Outstanding |
| Queen Elizabeth's Grammar Alford - A Selective Academy | LN13 9HY | Outstanding |
| Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle | LN9 5AD | Outstanding |
| The Priory Academy LSST | LN5 8PW | Outstanding |
| William Farr CofE Comprehensive School | LN2 3JB | Outstanding |
| De Aston School | LN8 3RF | Good |
| Lincoln Castle Academy | LN1 3SP | Good |
| Lincoln Christ's Hospital School | LN2 4PN | Good |
| St Peter and St Paul, Catholic Voluntary Academy | LN6 7SX | Good |
| The Priory City of Lincoln Academy | LN6 0EP | Good |
| Caistor Yarborough Academy | LN7 6QZ | Requires improvement |
| John Spendluffe Foundation Technology College | LN13 9BL | Requires improvement |
| Lincoln UTC | LN2 1PF | Requires improvement |
| North Kesteven Academy | LN6 9AG | Requires improvement |
| Sir Robert Pattinson Academy | LN6 9AF | Requires improvement |
| Sir William Robertson Academy, Welbourn | LN5 0PA | Requires improvement |
| The Banovallum School | LN9 6DA | Requires improvement |
| The Barnes Wallis Academy | LN4 4PN | Requires improvement |
| Louth Academy | LN11 9AW | Inadequate |
| Somercotes Academy | LN11 7PN | Inadequate |
| The Priory Pembroke Academy | LN3 4JP | Inadequate |
Check schools near a specific Lincoln address
Ofsted ratings tell you which schools are strong, but admission depends on distance. A PostcodeCheck area report lists every school near your exact postcode with its rating, type, and distance, plus crime, flood, broadband, and house-price data.
Schools in Lincoln: FAQ
How many schools are there in Lincoln?
There are 137 registered schools in Lincoln on the latest Ofsted/GIAS data — 114 primary, 23 secondary, and the remainder all-through, special, or 16+ providers. Of these, 61% are rated Good or Outstanding.
What is the best-rated school in Lincoln?
21 schools are rated Outstanding by Ofsted in Lincoln, and 62 more are rated Good. Outstanding schools are often oversubscribed, so proximity (your postcode's distance to the school) usually determines whether you can get a place.
How do I check school catchment for a Lincoln postcode?
Catchment depends on the exact address. Enter any Lincoln postcode into PostcodeCheck and the area report lists every school near that postcode, its Ofsted rating, type, and distance — the data admissions teams use to decide places.
Does living near a good school in Lincoln affect house prices?
Yes. Homes inside the effective catchment of an Outstanding or Good school typically command a 5-15% premium. The effect is strongest for primary schools, where catchment areas are smaller and admissions are tightly distance-based.