Acorn Free School is an alternative provision free school in Lincoln, Lincolnshire, for children and young people aged 11 to 16.
- Ages 11–16
- 1 pupils
- Ofsted: Good
School details
- Type
- Alternative provision free school
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Boys and girls
- Boys and girls
- Pupils
- 1 (places for 50)
- Headteacher
- Angela Dawson
- Part of
- The Acorn Ebs Free School LTD.
- Opened
- 2 September 2013
- Free school meals
- 0% of pupils eligible
- Council
- Lincolnshire
- School reference (URN)
- 139774
How to get a place
3 steps
- Talk to your child’s school or the council
Places in alternative provision are usually arranged by your child’s current school or Lincolnshire council, rather than applied for directly.
- If your child has an EHC plan
The placement should be agreed through the plan, with you involved in the decision.
- Get free, independent advice
Your local SENDIASS can explain your options and come to meetings with you.
Questions to ask when you visit
8 questions to tick off as you go
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Ofsted
Rated Good, June 2015; standards maintained (January 2025)
Rated Good at its last graded inspection, in June 2015. That was some time ago, so read the latest report for the full picture.
- Leadership and managementGood
Since then: Standards maintained (ungraded inspection, January 2025).
Contact and getting there
248 Calder Road, Brant Road, Lincoln, LN5 9TL
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Directions: Walk Public transport Drive
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Questions about Acorn Free School
How do I get a place at Acorn Free School?
Places at Acorn Free School are usually arranged by your child’s current school or Lincolnshire council rather than applied for directly. If your child has an EHC plan, the placement should be agreed through it.
What ages does Acorn Free School take?
Aged 11 to 16, boys and girls.
What is Acorn Free School’s Ofsted rating?
Rated Good by Ofsted in January 2025 at its last graded inspection. Newer inspections no longer give a single overall grade, so read the latest report for the full picture.
Where is Acorn Free School?
248 Calder Road, Brant Road, Lincoln, LN5 9TL, in Lincolnshire.
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