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The Gainsborough Charles Baines Community Primary School

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The Gainsborough Charles Baines Community Primary School

Baines Road, Gainsborough, DN21 1TE

A Good-rated primary school in Gainsborough where 57% of pupils met the expected standard at KS2.

Community school
Pupils
201
Ages
4-11
FSM
53.2%
Capacity
210
Ofsted
Good
Oct 2019

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading
67.0%
Writing
67.0%
Maths
60.0%
RWM Combined
57.0%

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About The Gainsborough Charles Baines Community Primary School

The Gainsborough Charles Baines Community Primary School is a primary school in Gainsborough, Lincolnshire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2019 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 41 responses), 98% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 57% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 201 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Baines Road, Gainsborough, DN21 1TE | More schools in Lincolnshire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for The Gainsborough Charles Baines Community Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Oct 2019 — Good
  2. Oct 2014 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about The Gainsborough Charles Baines Community Primary School

What is The Gainsborough Charles Baines Community Primary School's Ofsted rating?
The Gainsborough Charles Baines Community Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2019 inspection.
What do parents say about The Gainsborough Charles Baines Community Primary School?
Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 41 responses): 98% of parents would recommend The Gainsborough Charles Baines Community Primary School.
What are The Gainsborough Charles Baines Community Primary School's latest exam results?
The Gainsborough Charles Baines Community Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 57% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is The Gainsborough Charles Baines Community Primary School located?
The Gainsborough Charles Baines Community Primary School is a primary school in Gainsborough, Lincolnshire (DN21 1TE).
How many pupils attend The Gainsborough Charles Baines Community Primary School?
The Gainsborough Charles Baines Community Primary School has around 201 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare The Gainsborough Charles Baines Community Primary School with other schools?
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