The Gainsborough Charles Baines Community Primary School
96%
Capacity
201
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About The Gainsborough Charles Baines Community Primary School
The Gainsborough Charles Baines Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the West Lindsey community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 201 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated The Gainsborough Charles Baines Community Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Louise Simmonds, it falls under Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 41% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12341st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 33rd out of 41 in West Lindsey.
The Gainsborough Charles Baines Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 47 applications for 23 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
The Gainsborough Charles Baines Community Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 98% recommending the school (41 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Gainsborough Charles Baines Community Primary School include Sensory Room, Library, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Swimming, Cross Country, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Gardening, Drama, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 53.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Lindsey, The Gainsborough Charles Baines Community Primary School is one of the options available in the East Midlands region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Baines Road, Gainsborough, West Lindsey, DN21 1TE |
| Headteacher | Louise Simmonds |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 201 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 53.2% |
| School Capacity | 201 / 210 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (41%)
12341st of 13,686
Nationally
1204th of 1,353
In East Midlands
33rd of 41
In West Lindsey
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
41%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
41%
'23/24
41%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
41 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
47
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Gainsborough Charles Baines Community Primary School
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Contact Information
Baines Road, Gainsborough
West Lindsey, DN21 1TE
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