The Gainsborough Parish Church Primary School
90%
Capacity
282
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About The Gainsborough Parish Church Primary School
The Gainsborough Parish Church Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the West Lindsey community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 282 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 315 places).
Ofsted has rated The Gainsborough Parish Church Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Theresa Peacock, it falls under Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 45% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11782nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 29th out of 41 in West Lindsey.
The Gainsborough Parish Church Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 47 applications for 25 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Gainsborough Parish Church Primary School include Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Dance, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Film Club, Coding, Chess, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 48.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Lindsey, The Gainsborough Parish Church 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Acland Street, Gainsborough, West Lindsey, DN21 2LN |
| Headteacher | Theresa Peacock |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 282 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 48.2% |
| School Capacity | 282 / 315 (90% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (45%)
11782nd of 13,686
Nationally
1141st of 1,353
In East Midlands
29th of 41
In West Lindsey
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
45%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
43%
'23/24
45%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
47
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Gainsborough Parish Church Primary School
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Contact Information
Acland Street, Gainsborough
West Lindsey, DN21 2LN
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