Eighteen schools across Lincolnshire will benefit from the cash, which will be used to carry out major repairs and improve facilities, including pent-up demand created by Covid. This effort is an important step in a broader effort. It has already gone on to award well over £40 million to schools right across the East Midlands. Construction on these schools starts this summer. It’ll run through April of next year.
Well-known institutions such as Boston Grammar School, Boston High School and Gipsey Bridge Academy are reaping the rewards of this funding. These schools can be found in Thornton Le Fen, just outside of Boston. Among the other beneficiaries are The King’s School, Grantham and Bourne Westfield Primary Academy. Little Gonerby Church of England Primary Academy, in Grantham, is the third beneficiary. Further, Queen Elizabeth’s Grammar in Alford and John Spendluffe Foundation Technology College, located in Alford as well, will get back needed improvements. Branston Community Academy, just south of Lincoln, is one of the schools helping blaze this new trail. Sir Robert Pattinson Academy in North Hykeham is likewise engaged.
The repairs and upgrades aim to enhance the learning environment for students, ensuring that they can thrive in safe and modern facilities.
“This investment is about more than just buildings – it’s about showing children that their education matters, their futures matter,” stated Bridget Phillipson, emphasizing the importance of the project.
Wes Streeting added that “patients and staff deserve to be in buildings that are safe, comfortable, and fit for purpose,” indicating a broader commitment to quality facilities across educational institutions.
Now, as the summer quickly approaches, schools are getting ready to start work on a whole other round of much-needed renovations. Parents and community members have wanted these improvements for years—they just want their children to be able to learn in a place that isn’t crumbling, cold, or dangerous.
Parents rightfully expect that their children are able to learn in a safe, warm environment. It’s what children deserve,” Phillipson reiterated.
