The Gainsborough Hillcrest Early Years Academy

A outstanding academy converter school in Lincolnshire. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for The Gainsborough Hillcrest Early Years Academy.

Gainsborough, DN211SW Ofsted: Outstanding Age 2-7 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

Score not available

Needs all indicators

Performance score unavailable: missing published data for KS2 pupils meeting expected standard, KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
Not published
Raw: No data published
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
Not published
Raw: No data published
Ofsted inspection outcome
100.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: Not used
Raw: Outstanding

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Outstanding
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Last inspected
8 October 2014
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Outstanding
Safeguarding
9

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Heapham Road
Gainsborough, DN211SW

Location

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Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
138330
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Heapham Road, Gainsborough, DN21 1SW
Age range
2-7
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
HILLCREST EARLY YEARS ACADEMY LIMITED
Capacity
180 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
237
Free School Meals
56.7% (134 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
4.6% (11 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
93.0%
Good
Persistent Absence
19.3%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
20 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
40
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
237 pupils
2-7

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Aim High & Achieve"

Memories Ambitious Aspirations Growth Independence Courage

Head Teacher's Message

Warm welcome from Headteacher Miss S Stokes. The Academy aims for every child to be happy and successful, with high-quality education delivered in a safe, nurturing environment. Emphasises partnership with families and open communication, inviting meetings and contact for clarification.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Breakfast Club After School Club Art Club Ukulele Club Rap Club

Facilities

Little Treasures Nursery Little Sparkles Nursery Little Gems Nursery Hillcrest Art Gallery

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Admissions Criteria

To apply for a school place, use Lincolnshire County Council’s Apply for a school place system. Admissions open 17 November 2025, close 15 January 2026. Lincolnshire final closing date for late applications 12 February 2026. Admissions reopen for late applications or changes 16 April 2026 and close 16 May 2026. When applying, you may select up to three schools in order of preference. It is recommended to check if your child is eligible for free school transport. If delaying start, you should discuss with the school; if delaying until the following academic year, you will need to reapply. By law, every child must be in education at the start of the term after their fifth birthday.

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