The Gainsborough Hillcrest Early Years Academy
The Gainsborough Hillcrest Early Years Academy is a primary located in Lincolnshire, DN21 1SW. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Outstanding. The school admits pupils aged 2 to 7. It currently has approximately 237 pupils on roll.
The Gainsborough Hillcrest Early Years Academy is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy converter. It provides nursery classes for early years children.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Primary
School Type: Academy converter
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 2 to 7
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: Has Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban city and town
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: Lincolnshire
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 315
Number of Pupils: 237
Number of Boys: 126
Number of Girls: 111
Special Classes Code: 2
Percentage on Free School Meals: 54.4
Last Changed Date: 2025-05-21
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: Outstanding
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Not Rated
Behaviour & Attitudes: Not Rated
Personal Development: Not Rated
Leadership & Management: Outstanding
Early Years Provision: Outstanding
Sixth Form Provision: Not Rated
Safeguarding Effective: 9
Inspection Date: 2014-11-05
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Commander
Phone: 01427613483
Website: https://www.hillcrestearlyyearsacademy.co.uk
Location: Heapham Road
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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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Gainsborough Hillcrest Early Years Academy
What is the Ofsted rating of The Gainsborough Hillcrest Early Years Academy?
The Gainsborough Hillcrest Early Years Academy has been rated Outstanding by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does The Gainsborough Hillcrest Early Years Academy admit?
The Gainsborough Hillcrest Early Years Academy admits pupils from age 2 to 7.
Is The Gainsborough Hillcrest Early Years Academy a boys', girls', or mixed school?
The Gainsborough Hillcrest Early Years Academy is a mixed school.
What type of school is The Gainsborough Hillcrest Early Years Academy?
The Gainsborough Hillcrest Early Years Academy is a academy converter offering primary education.
What is the crime rate near The Gainsborough Hillcrest Early Years Academy?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around The Gainsborough Hillcrest Early Years 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 Hillcrest Early Years Academy?
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