The Gainsborough Academy
The Gainsborough Academy is a secondary located in Lincolnshire, DN21 1PB. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Requires Improvement. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 16. It currently has approximately 690 pupils on roll.
The Gainsborough Academy is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy sponsor led.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy sponsor led
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 16
Boarding: N/A
Nursery Provision: No Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban city and town
Religious Diocese: N/A
Local Authority: Lincolnshire
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 1200
Number of Pupils: 690
Number of Boys: 349
Number of Girls: 341
Special Classes Code: 0
Percentage on Free School Meals: 58.3
Last Changed Date: 2025-06-08
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Requires Improvement
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Requires Improvement
Behaviour & Attitudes: Requires Improvement
Personal Development: Requires Improvement
Leadership & Management: Requires Improvement
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Not Rated
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2024-09-18
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Skelton
Phone: 01427612411
Website: www.thegainsboroughacademy.org.uk
Location: Sweyn Lane
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
Local area information
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Gainsborough Academy
What is the Ofsted rating of The Gainsborough Academy?
The Gainsborough Academy has been rated Requires Improvement by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does The Gainsborough Academy admit?
The Gainsborough Academy admits pupils from age 11 to 16.
Is The Gainsborough Academy a boys', girls', or mixed school?
The Gainsborough Academy is a mixed school.
What type of school is The Gainsborough Academy?
The Gainsborough Academy is a academy sponsor led offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near The Gainsborough Academy?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around The Gainsborough Academy on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near The Gainsborough Academy?
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