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Schools in DN21

A postcode district in Lincolnshire

  • Postcode district
  • 38 schools and nurseries

In short: DN21 is a postcode district in Lincolnshire with 21 primary schools, 6 secondary schools and 12 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries3821 primary · 6 secondary · 12 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in DN21

Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.

All DN21 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in DN21

21 in DN21, best first

The Marton Academy

Gainsborough, DN21 5AG · Academy · Primary · Ages 3 to 11

  • Ofsted:Strong standard in every area

Results well above the England average.

10 first choices, 10 offers made

Met the standard at 1178%

England 62%

Days missed
3.6%
Pupils
100
Pupils per teacher
20.0
View school The Marton Academy

Benjamin Adlard Primary School

Gainsborough, DN21 1DB · Academy · Primary · Ages 3 to 11

  • Ofsted:Expected standard or better

Results well below the England average.

31 first choices, 28 offers made

Met the standard at 1152%

England 62%

Days missed
5.6%
Pupils
234
Pupils per teacher
19.9
View school Benjamin Adlard Primary School

Morton Trentside Primary School

Gainsborough, DN21 3AH · State · Primary · Ages 3 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well above the England average.

32 first choices, 30 offers made

Met the standard at 1171%

England 62%

Days missed
6.3%
Pupils
178
Pupils per teacher
17.3
View school Morton Trentside Primary School
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Top Secondary Schools in DN21

6 in DN21, best first

Kirton Academy

Gainsborough, DN21 4NN · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Inadequate

Results below the England average.

66 first choices, 74 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1639.7

England 46.2

Days missed
11.3%
Pupils
406
Pupils per teacher
15.4
View school Kirton Academy

The Gainsborough Academy

Gainsborough, DN21 1PB · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Requires improvement

Results well below the England average.

137 first choices, 155 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1633.1

England 46.2

Days missed
12.8%
Pupils
767
Pupils per teacher
17.3
View school The Gainsborough Academy
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Nurseries in DN21

12 in DN21, highest Ofsted grade first

Gapa Nursery

Gainsborough, DN21 1NL · Nursery

  • Ofsted:Good

Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.

View school Gapa Nursery
See all 12 nurseries

Sixth Forms in DN21

2 in DN21, by the school's Eduscope score

Aegir - A Specialist Academy

Gainsborough, DN21 1PB · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
9.4%
Pupils
151
Pupils per teacher
12.2
View school Aegir - A Specialist Academy

Special Schools in DN21

3 in DN21. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Aegir - A Specialist Academy

Gainsborough, DN21 1PB · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
9.4%
Pupils
151
Pupils per teacher
12.2
View school Aegir - A Specialist Academy

Warren Wood - A Specialist Academy

Gainsborough, DN21 1PU · Academy · Primary · Ages 2 to 11

  • Ofsted:Expected standard or better

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
9.4%
Pupils
132
Pupils per teacher
10.5
View school Warren Wood - A Specialist Academy

Illuminate You

Morton, DN21 3AD · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • No Ofsted grade yet

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

View school Illuminate You

Private Schools in DN21

3 in DN21. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Handel House Preparatory School

Gainsborough, DN21 2JB · Independent · Primary · Ages 3 to 11

  • ISI:Inspected

Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
44
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Handel House Preparatory School

Castles Education

Gainsborough, DN21 2SU · Independent · All-through · Ages 7 to 16

  • ISI:Inspected

Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
93
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Castles Education

Illuminate You

Morton, DN21 3AD · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • No Ofsted grade yet

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

View school Illuminate You
The map

Every school in DN21, on one map

Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.

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Morton Trentside Primary School, GoodScotter Primary School, Expected standard in every areaWaddingham Primary School, GoodWilloughton Primary School, GoodHemswell Cliff Primary School, GoodThe Gainsborough Charles Baines Community Primary School, Requires improvement in 4 areasCorringham CofE VC Primary School, GoodBlyton Cum Laughton Church of England School, GoodFrances Olive Anderson Church of England (Aided) Primary School, GoodThe Queen Elizabeth's High School, Gainsborough, GoodHandel House Preparatory School, InspectedThe Gainsborough Nursery School, GoodSt George's Church of England Community Primary School, Gainsborough, GoodBenjamin Adlard Primary School, Expected standard or betterThe Gainsborough Hillcrest Early Years Academy, Good in every areaThe Gainsborough Parish Church Primary School, Needs attention in 1 areaMercer's Wood Academy, GoodWhite's Wood Academy, GoodCastle Wood Academy, GoodAegir - A Specialist Academy, GoodWarren Wood - A Specialist Academy, Expected standard or betterThe Marton Academy, Strong standard in every areaThe Gainsborough Academy, Requires improvementCastles Education, InspectedKirton Academy, InadequateKirton Lindsey Primary Academy, Requires improvementTrinity Day Nursery, GoodScotter Pre-School, GoodMeynell Kindergarten, GoodApple Tree Day Nursery Ltd, OutstandingHappy Days Day Nursery, GoodYMCA Beginnings Day Care, GoodLea Pre-School & Kids Club, GoodGapa Nursery, GoodRiverside Day Nursery, GoodHillcrest - Little TreasuresYMCA Lincolnshire Honeypot DaycareIlluminate You
  • Outstanding1
  • Good22
  • Requires improvement2
  • Inadequate1
  • Not graded yet12
Before you apply

Apply through the council where you live

Schools in DN21 sit in 2 council areas. Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.

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What's on offer for each age

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Living here

What it's like for families

DN21 has 38 schools and nurseries.

Dates to know

Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.

  • 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
  • 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
  • 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
  • 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.

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Questions

Questions parents ask about DN21

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How many schools are in DN21?

DN21 has 38 schools, including 21 primary schools, 6 secondary schools, 12 nurseries, 3 independent schools, 3 special schools. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

What are the best schools in DN21?

The highest-ranked schools in DN21 on Eduscope are The Marton Academy, The Queen Elizabeth's High School, Gainsborough, Benjamin Adlard Primary School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.

How many private schools are in DN21?

There are 3 independent schools in DN21. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare all private schools in DN21 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.

How do I choose the right school in DN21?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 38 schools in DN21 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.

Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.

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