The Gainsborough Parish Church C.E. Primary School

Join us for a spectacular live music event at All Saints Church! Wednesday 3rd June 1:45pm – 2:45pm Featuring: Graffiti Classics An exciting, high-energy performance including: Music from the BBC's 'Ten Pieces' Interactive fun with movement and call-and-response Singing the anthem lyrics created by our children A lively, unforgettable introduction to classical music Join us for a fun, musical celebration! Everybody is Welcome!

School Class Photo Day - Tuesday, 19th May Please ensure your child is in full school uniform.

Year 3/4 are off to Magna! We're excited to announce that YEAR 3/4 will be going on a trip to the Magna Science Adventure Centre in Sheffield on Thursday 21st May. We'll leave school at 9:00am and return at approximately 3:30pm. The cost is £9, payable on MCAS. It's going to be an amazing day and we can't wait for the science adventures.

"Pupils are welcomed, included and cared for at Parish Church Primary School... Pupils enter a calm, nurturing and friendly environment, where they feel that they belong and are safe." Ofsted 2026 We are incredibly proud that our recent Ofsted report has recognised our school as a place where pupils feel welcomed, valued and safe. This feedback reflects the dedication of our entire school community in creating a warm, inclusive environment where every child is supported to thriveacademically and personallywith a strong sense of belonging at the heart of all we do. Our full report will be shared with families via MCAS todaybut why not come and experience it for yourself? We would love to welcome you for a tour and show you what makes Parish Church Primary School such a special place to learn and grow https://www.parishchurch.lincs.sch.uk/

Are you looking for a school place for September 2026? We place a huge importance on building strong, trusting relationships with children and families from the very beginning, helping every child feel confident, supported, and ready to learn as soon as they join us. We are incredibly proud of the nurturing environment our staff create and the care taken to ensure every child flourishes from their very first days at school. Why not come and see it for yourself? Book a tour and discover what makes our school such a special place to begin your child's learning journey.

Some mysterious parcels have arrived in Year 1 this morning. I wonder what could be in them? Who sent them and why? We can't wait to investigate! #beinschool

To our amazing Year 6 children SATs week is finally here! We know how hard you have all worked, and we could not be prouder of each and every one of you. Remember, these tests do not define who you are -they are simply a chance to show all the fantastic learning and progress you've made. This morning, we look forward to seeing you all at 8:15am for breakfast before the first day begins Over the next 4 days, do your best, believe in yourselves, and remember how capable, resilient and brilliant you all are. We are cheering you on every step of the way! After all your hard work, we will celebrate with a fun afternoon at Richmond Park on Thursday Then on Friday, you will receive your Year 6 leavers' hoodies -a special way to celebrate all you have achieved this year! Good luck Year 6 - you've got this!

Take a sneak peek at just a few of the exciting enhancements waiting in Reception Class, all set for our wild Jungle theme starting tomorrow! Our ever-popular Story Top Table features Little Red Riding Hood, ready for the children to retell the story with their friends and bring the tale to life through imaginative play. We can't wait to see the children explore, discover, and learn. See you tomorrow

https://www.facebook.com/share/1avqu3ykfE/ Visit the Gainsborough Old Hall, where you can see some of our children's handmade tiles proudly displayed for everyone to enjoy. Their creativity really shone through, and it is wonderful to see their hard work celebrated in such a historic setting. Thank you to everyone who helped make this experience so memorable. Gainsborough Old Hall Lincoln Anglican Academy Trust

A BIG THANK YOU to Tesco Superstore for their continued support. Another delivery of apples for the children to enjoy a healthy snack at breaktime. #feelinggrateful Lincoln Anglican Academy Trust

What a fantastic first visit from Playground Proms this afternoon! The children thoroughly enjoyed their vocal and movement workshops, where they explored rhythm, music and live performance in a fun and engaging way. We can't wait to welcome them back in June for a special live music performance at Parish Church!

Minibeast adventures in Reception this week Our provision has been buzzing with exciting enhancements and opportunities for exploration, curiosity and discovery, including real caterpillars! The children have loved applying their prior learning about lifecycles to our minibeast theme, making meaningful links through play, discussion and investigation So many wonderful conversations, careful observations and hands-on learning moments this week. #eyfs #parishproud

Last day of term fun with a purpose! We're fundraising to help our KS1 children enjoy a handson history workshop. With rising costs, we'd love your support so all children can take part. A £1 donation is suggested, and any additional donations are very much appreciated. All payments to be made via the MCAS app. Thank you for your support!

Calling all parents and carers! Next term, our Year 5/6 PSHE learning will focus on careers, including exploring different jobs, the skills needed for them, and the pathways children can take to achieve their goals. We would love to inspire our children by inviting parents or carers into school to talk about their careers and experiences. Whether you work in healthcare, construction, business, education, emergency services, technology, trades, creative industries, or any other field, we would be delighted to hear from you! If you are willing to come into school and speak to the children, please email:team4@gainsborough.laat.co.uk Thank you for helping us broaden our children's aspirations and inspire their futures!

A wonderful big sister wore stripes to school today to raise awareness for Cri Du Chat Syndrome as her younger sister has been diagnosed with this disorder. It certainly taught us all something new in year 3!