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The Kirkby-la-Thorpe Church of England Primary School Catchment Area

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

The Kirkby-la-Thorpe Church of England Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Sleaford, Lincolnshire , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 110 pupils, and a capacity of 105 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

110

Pupils

105

Capacity

105%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2016

The Kirkby-la-Thorpe Church of England Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to The Kirkby-la-Thorpe Church of England Primary School is managed by Lincolnshire and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

Currently oversubscribed: 110 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 105 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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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.

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The Kirkby-la-Thorpe Church of England Primary School — School Information

Full address
Church Lane, Kirkby-la-Thorpe, Sleaford, NG34 9NU
Local authority
Lincolnshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
15.1% of pupils
DfE URN
140445

Other Primary Schools in Sleaford

If The Kirkby-la-Thorpe Church of England Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Sleaford are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Kirkby-la-Thorpe Church of England Primary School

Is The Kirkby-la-Thorpe Church of England Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — The Kirkby-la-Thorpe Church of England Primary School currently has 110 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 105 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for The Kirkby-la-Thorpe Church of England Primary School?

The Kirkby-la-Thorpe Church of England Primary School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Lincolnshire before each admissions cycle.

What age range does The Kirkby-la-Thorpe Church of England Primary School cover?

The Kirkby-la-Thorpe Church of England Primary School is a primary school in Sleaford, Lincolnshire, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for The Kirkby-la-Thorpe Church of England Primary School?

The Kirkby-la-Thorpe Church of England Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2016. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.