St Martin's Preparatory School
Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire, East Midlands · DN34 5AA
A small independent prep school in Grimsby, St Martin's takes children from age two through to eleven, with around 154 pupils on roll. Led by Head Mr Joel Jackson, it has no religious affiliation and educates boys and girls together as day pupils. Its compact size lends itself to a close-knit community where staff are likely to know each child well. The Independent Schools Inspectorate rated the school 'good' overall, while singling out personal development as 'excellent'.
154
Pupils
good
ISI
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 2-11
- Pupils
- 154
- Location
- Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire, East Midlands
- Website
- https://www.stmartinsprep.co.uk/
- Telephone
- 01472 878907
Headteacher
Head Mr Joel Jackson
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Teaching & academics
The ISI judged the quality of education 'good'. Parents should note, however, that the school did not meet all regulatory compliance standards at its most recent inspection, an area worth raising directly when visiting.
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- good
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 9 December 2025
The last word
A small, all-through prep where personal development is rated excellent; ask the school how it is addressing the compliance findings.
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St Martin's Preparatory School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is St Martin's Preparatory School located?
St Martin's Preparatory School is located at 63 Bargate, Grimsby, Grimsby, DN34 5AA.
What type of school is St Martin's Preparatory School?
St Martin's Preparatory School is an independent (fee-paying) school in East Midlands.
How many pupils attend St Martin's Preparatory School?
St Martin's Preparatory School has approximately 154 pupils on roll.
What is St Martin's Preparatory School's inspection rating?
St Martin's Preparatory School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "good" at its inspection on 9 December 2025.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.