The Gainsborough Academy

About The Gainsborough Academy

The Gainsborough Academy is an 11-16 school in Lincolnshire with 670 students on roll. We consider ourselves to be a genuine comprehensive school, catering for students of a wide range of abilities, needs, aspirations and backgrounds.

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Key Facts

Students 670

Head/Principal Mrs R Skelton

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.7

Teaching Quality 4.3

Communication 4.7

Student Wellbeing 4.3

Facilities 4.3

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

17.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Excellent

42.5

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

29.1

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

-0.81

Progress 8

Well below average

9.4%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

22.6%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

27.4% entered EBacc

1.9% achieved EBacc

106 pupils in cohort

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 4

J

James Brown Unconfirmed

Parent Dec 1, 2022

3.0

"Some Room for Improvement"

We've had a mixed experience with The Gainsborough Academy. My son enjoys the curriculum, but I've had some issues with communication from the teachers. The school's parent pay system is also a bit confusing.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 3/5

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David Lee Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Great Transition for My Child"

My son has just moved to Gainsborough from another school and I'm impressed with how well he's settled in. The school's Y6 transition program was really helpful in making the transition smooth.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Emily Wilson Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 1, 2022

5.0

"Excellent School with Amazing Facilities"

We are extremely happy with The Gainsborough Academy. My daughter loves the sports facilities and the teachers are always supportive. The school's values of respect and kindness are really evident in the students' behavior.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Rachel Patel Unconfirmed

Parent Mar 1, 2022

4.0

"Fantastic Support for Students"

I've been really impressed with the level of support my child receives from the teachers. They're always available to answer questions and provide extra help when needed. The school's anti-bullying program is also fantastic.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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