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Benjamin Adlard Primary School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Benjamin Adlard Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Gainsborough, Lincolnshire , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 232 pupils, and a capacity of 255 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

232

Pupils

255

Capacity

91%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2016

Benjamin Adlard Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Benjamin Adlard Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Lincolnshire. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 91% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Lincolnshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Benjamin Adlard Primary School — School Information

Full address
Sandsfield Lane, Gainsborough, DN21 1DB
Local authority
Lincolnshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
66.7% of pupils
DfE URN
138063

Other Primary Schools in Gainsborough

If Benjamin Adlard Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Gainsborough are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Benjamin Adlard Primary School

Is Benjamin Adlard Primary School oversubscribed?

Benjamin Adlard Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 255 places (91% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Benjamin Adlard Primary School?

Admission to Benjamin Adlard Primary School is managed by Lincolnshire. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Benjamin Adlard Primary School cover?

Benjamin Adlard Primary School is a primary school in Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Benjamin Adlard Primary School?

Benjamin Adlard Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2016. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.