Best 3 Not applicable schools in Lincoln – comparison

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We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of not applicable schools: Fortuna School (Not applicable) in Lincoln; The St Francis Special School, Lincoln (Not applicable) in Lincoln; Springwell Alternative Academy Lincoln (Not applicable) in Lincoln — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Fortuna School, The St Francis Special School, Lincoln and Springwell Alternative Academy Lincoln. They are not applicable phase and community special school and free schools alternative provision type located around Lincoln, Lincolnshire. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Fortuna School), published Jan 2015. The lowest is 2 (Springwell Alternative Academy Lincoln), published Sep 2022. The most recent inspection on record is for Springwell Alternative Academy Lincoln (Sep 2022). average roll around ≈ 100, combined total ≈ 350, typical FSM 65–70%, range 50–55%–80–85%; all within the WELLSPRING ACADEMY TRUST trust.

🔒 Export (Pro)

Attribute	Fortuna School LN6 0FB	The St Francis Special School, Lincoln LN1 3TJ	Springwell Alternative Academy Lincoln LN2 4EL
Phase / Type	Not applicable • Community special school	Not applicable • Community special school	Not applicable • Free schools alternative provision
Location	Lincoln Lincolnshire LN6 0FB	Lincoln Lincolnshire LN1 3TJ	Lincoln Lincolnshire LN2 4EL
Latest Ofsted	1 12 Jan 2015	1 5 Jul 2011	2 26 Sep 2022
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 100 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 200 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 100 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	65–70% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	50–55% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	80–85% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	80	175	63
Capacity utilisation	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	Lincolnshire (925)	Lincolnshire (925)	WELLSPRING ACADEMY TRUST
Website	www.fortunaschool.org	www.st-francis.lincs.sch.uk	springwellalternativeacademylincoln.co.uk
Telephone	01522705561	01522526498	01522308310
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Fortuna School

LN6 0FB

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Community special school
Location: Lincoln
Lincolnshire
LN6 0FB
Ofsted: 1 12 Jan 2015
Pupils: ≈ 100 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 65–70% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Lincolnshire (925)
Website: www.fortunaschool.org
Telephone: 01522705561

The St Francis Special School, Lincoln

LN1 3TJ

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Community special school
Location: Lincoln
Lincolnshire
LN1 3TJ
Ofsted: 1 5 Jul 2011
Pupils: ≈ 200 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 50–55% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Lincolnshire (925)
Website: www.st-francis.lincs.sch.uk
Telephone: 01522526498

Springwell Alternative Academy Lincoln

LN2 4EL

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Free schools alternative provision
Location: Lincoln
Lincolnshire
LN2 4EL
Ofsted: 2 26 Sep 2022
Pupils: ≈ 100 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 80–85% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: WELLSPRING ACADEMY TRUST
Website: springwellalternativeacademylincoln.co.uk
Telephone: 01522308310

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.