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Scotter Primary School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Scotter Primary School is a community primary school in Gainsborough, Lincolnshire , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 249 pupils, and a capacity of 270 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

249

Pupils

270

Capacity

92%

Fill rate

Requires improvement

Ofsted 2023

Scotter Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Scotter Primary School is set by Lincolnshire and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 92% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Lincolnshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Lincolnshire catchment area documents →

Scotter Primary School — School Information

Full address
High Street, Scotter, Gainsborough, DN21 3RY
Local authority
Lincolnshire
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
15.3% of pupils
DfE URN
120473

Other Primary Schools in Gainsborough

If Scotter Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Gainsborough are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Scotter Primary School

Is Scotter Primary School oversubscribed?

Scotter Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 270 places (92% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Scotter Primary School?

Admission to Scotter Primary School is managed by Lincolnshire. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Scotter Primary School cover?

Scotter Primary School is a primary school in Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Scotter Primary School?

Scotter Primary School was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.