The Gainsborough Hillcrest Early Years Academy
123%
Capacity
221
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About The Gainsborough Hillcrest Early Years Academy
The Gainsborough Hillcrest Early Years Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the West Lindsey community, welcoming children from age 0 to 7. The school has 221 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (123% of 180 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated The Gainsborough Hillcrest Early Years Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Samantha Stokes, it falls under Lincolnshire local authority.
The Gainsborough Hillcrest Early Years Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 66 applications for 41 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 39 were first-preference applications.
The Gainsborough Hillcrest Early Years Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (17 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Gainsborough Hillcrest Early Years Academy include Sports Hall, Library, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Athletics, Netball, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Book Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 50.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Lindsey, The Gainsborough Hillcrest Early Years Academy 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 | 0 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Heapham Road, Gainsborough, West Lindsey, DN21 1SW |
| Headteacher | Samantha Stokes |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 221 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 50.6% |
| School Capacity | 221 / 180 (123% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Apr 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
17 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed41
66
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
39 families put this school as their 1st choice (59% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Heapham Road, Gainsborough
West Lindsey, DN21 1SW
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