Compare Springwell Alternative Academy Mablethorpe and The Eresby School, Spilsby and Woodlands Academy

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 not applicable schools: Springwell Alternative Academy Mablethorpe (Not applicable) in Mablethorpe; The Eresby School, Spilsby (Not applicable) in Spilsby; Woodlands Academy (Not applicable) in Spilsby — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Springwell Alternative Academy Mablethorpe, The Eresby School, Spilsby and Woodlands Academy. They are not applicable phase and free schools alternative provision and academy special converter type located around Mablethorpe and Spilsby, Lincolnshire. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Springwell Alternative Academy Mablethorpe), published Apr 2024. The lowest is 2 (Woodlands Academy), published May 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Woodlands Academy (May 2024). average roll around ≈ 100, combined total ≈ 250, typical FSM 65–70%, range 55–60%–70–75%; spread across trusts such as WELLSPRING ACADEMY TRUST, The David Ross Education Trust and COMMUNITY INCLUSIVE TRUST.

🔒 Export (Pro)

Attribute	Springwell Alternative Academy Mablethorpe LN12 2DF	The Eresby School, Spilsby PE23 5HU	Woodlands Academy PE23 5EJ
Phase / Type	Not applicable • Free schools alternative provision	Not applicable • Academy special converter	Not applicable • Academy special converter
Location	Mablethorpe LN12 2DF	Spilsby Lincolnshire PE23 5HU	Spilsby Lincolnshire PE23 5EJ
Latest Ofsted	1 25 Apr 2024	1 27 Feb 2013	2 21 May 2024
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 50 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 100 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 100 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	70–75% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	55–60% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	65–70% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	63	47	—
Capacity utilisation	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %	—
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Non-selective	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	WELLSPRING ACADEMY TRUST	The David Ross Education Trust	COMMUNITY INCLUSIVE TRUST
Website	springwellalternativeacademymablethorpe.co.uk	www.eresbyspecialschool.co.uk	www.woodlands-cit.co.uk
Telephone	01507430580	01790752441	01790753902
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Springwell Alternative Academy Mablethorpe

LN12 2DF

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Free schools alternative provision
Location: Mablethorpe
LN12 2DF
Ofsted: 1 25 Apr 2024
Pupils: ≈ 50 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 70–75% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: WELLSPRING ACADEMY TRUST
Website: springwellalternativeacademymablethorpe.co.uk
Telephone: 01507430580

The Eresby School, Spilsby

PE23 5HU

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Academy special converter
Location: Spilsby
Lincolnshire
PE23 5HU
Ofsted: 1 27 Feb 2013
Pupils: ≈ 100 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 55–60% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: The David Ross Education Trust
Website: www.eresbyspecialschool.co.uk
Telephone: 01790752441

Woodlands Academy

PE23 5EJ

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Academy special converter
Location: Spilsby
Lincolnshire
PE23 5EJ
Ofsted: 2 21 May 2024
Pupils: ≈ 100 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 65–70% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: COMMUNITY INCLUSIVE TRUST
Website: www.woodlands-cit.co.uk
Telephone: 01790753902

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.

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