GRAINTHORPE SCHOOL in Lincolnshire, Louth

Education Centre Information: Grainthorpe School:

Establishment Type:Community School
Phase of Education: Primary
Status: Open
Local Authority: Lincolnshire
Boarders: No Boarders
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Hamlet and Isolated Dwelling - less sparse
Special Classes: No Special Classes
Religious Character: Does not apply
Nursery Provider: No Nursery Classes
Total Pupils: 54
Number of boys: 27
Number of girls: 27
Age Range: 4-11
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

Grainthorpe School is a popular and successful village school in the East Lindsey district of Lincolnshire, about 8 miles north-east of Louth. There are currently 62 children on roll, divided into three classes- one for Key Stage 1 and two for upper and lower Key Stage 2. The school has very good facilities for its size, with three modern classrooms, a hall and an administration block. Outside, there are good hard play areas and an adjoining playing field, which is used for sports and PE lessons. The school is well-equipped for ICT, with a pupil computer ratio well above the national minimum requirement. There are four internet-linked computers in each room, and the school has a good stock of peripherals, including digital cameras and projectors, 'roamer' programmable robots, scanner and printers. In addition to class room activities, It also offers a range of extra-curricular activities, including table-tennis, cross-country running, football, cricket and chess. Children in Years 2-6 go swimming to Louth Swimming Pool, for three six week sessions each year.