The Gainsborough Charles Baines Community Primary School
URN: 120492 • Gainsborough DN21 1TE
Overview
- Name
- The Gainsborough Charles Baines Community Primary School
- URN
- 120492
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 54.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Louise Simmonds (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01427613812
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Baines Road, Gainsborough DN21 1TE
Summary
The Gainsborough Charles Baines Community Primary School is a mixed community school located in Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, with a current enrolment of 201 pupils and a capacity of 210. The school prioritises a nurturing and supportive environment, aiming to help every child reach their full potential. The ethos is built around core values of care, honesty, aspiration, respect, learning, equality, and success.
The curriculum at Charles Baines is designed to be engaging and enriching, incorporating a variety of subjects such as Maths, English, Science, and the Arts. Educational visits and hands-on learning opportunities are integral to the school's approach, fostering a love for learning among students. The school also places emphasis on spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development, ensuring a well-rounded education.
With a significant percentage of pupils (53.20%) eligible for free school meals, the school is committed to providing support and resources for all families. The school community is actively involved in promoting a positive learning experience, with various initiatives in place to enhance student well-being and academic achievement. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the administration directly.
The curriculum at Charles Baines is designed to be engaging and enriching, incorporating a variety of subjects such as Maths, English, Science, and the Arts. Educational visits and hands-on learning opportunities are integral to the school's approach, fostering a love for learning among students. The school also places emphasis on spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development, ensuring a well-rounded education.
With a significant percentage of pupils (53.20%) eligible for free school meals, the school is committed to providing support and resources for all families. The school community is actively involved in promoting a positive learning experience, with various initiatives in place to enhance student well-being and academic achievement. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the administration directly.
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- SEND (sen)
- A Parent/Carer's Guide to SEND in Gainsborough and District Schools (sen)
- SEND Information (sen)
Nearby alternatives
- The White's Wood Lane Community Junior School, Gainsborough (70.2)
- Marton Primary School (62.9)
- Waddingham Primary School (59.7)
- Corringham CofE VC Primary School (59.6)
- The Marton Academy (58.7)
Key details
- LA
- Lincolnshire
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 201
- Boys
- 94
- Girls
- 107
- FSM %
- 53.20
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-10-31
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lincolnshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 201 | 94 | 107 | 210 | 53.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 205 | 96 | 109 | 210 | 52.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 200 | 82 | 118 | 210 | 51.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 200 | 82 | 118 | 210 | 51.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 197 | 80 | 117 | 210 | 48.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 204 | 88 | 116 | 210 | 40.70 |
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