Best 3 Primary schools in Rutland – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

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 primary schools: Great Casterton Church of England Primary School (Primary) in Stamford; Whissendine Church of England Primary School (Primary) in Oakham; St Mary and St John CofE VA Primary School (Primary) in Oakham, Rutland — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Great Casterton Church of England Primary School, Whissendine Church of England Primary School and St Mary and St John CofE VA Primary School. They are primary phase and academy converter and voluntary aided school type located around Stamford, Lincolnshire, Oakham, Rutland and Oakham, Rutland, Rutland. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Great Casterton Church of England Primary School), published Sep 2016. The lowest is 2 (St Mary and St John CofE VA Primary School), published Dec 2023. The most recent inspection on record is for St Mary and St John CofE VA Primary School (Dec 2023). average roll around ≈ 150, combined total ≈ 400, typical FSM 10–15%, range 5–10%–15–20%; all within the The Rutland Learning Trust trust.

🔒 Export (Pro)

Attribute	Great Casterton Church of England Primary School PE9 4AU	Whissendine Church of England Primary School LE15 7ET	St Mary and St John CofE VA Primary School LE15 8JR
Phase / Type	Primary • Academy converter	Primary • Academy converter	Primary • Voluntary aided school
Location	Stamford Lincolnshire PE9 4AU	Oakham Rutland LE15 7ET	Oakham, Rutland Rutland LE15 8JR
Latest Ofsted	1 6 Sep 2016	1 23 May 2013	2 7 Dec 2023
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 100 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 150 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 200 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	15–20% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	105	210	220
Capacity utilisation	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	The Rutland Learning Trust	The Rutland Learning Trust	Rutland (857)
Website	www.greatcastertonprimaryschool.co.uk	www.whissendineschool.com	www.northluffenham.org
Telephone	01780762417	01664474695	01780720184
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Great Casterton Church of England Primary School

PE9 4AU

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy converter
Location: Stamford
Lincolnshire
PE9 4AU
Ofsted: 1 6 Sep 2016
Pupils: ≈ 100 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 15–20% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: The Rutland Learning Trust
Website: www.greatcastertonprimaryschool.co.uk
Telephone: 01780762417

Whissendine Church of England Primary School

LE15 7ET

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy converter
Location: Oakham
Rutland
LE15 7ET
Ofsted: 1 23 May 2013
Pupils: ≈ 150 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: The Rutland Learning Trust
Website: www.whissendineschool.com
Telephone: 01664474695

St Mary and St John CofE VA Primary School

LE15 8JR

Phase / Type: Primary • Voluntary aided school
Location: Oakham, Rutland
Rutland
LE15 8JR
Ofsted: 2 7 Dec 2023
Pupils: ≈ 200 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Rutland (857)
Website: www.northluffenham.org
Telephone: 01780720184

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.