The Gainsborough Aspiration Project

22/05/2026

The Gainsborough Aspiration Project, Heritage Lincolnshire, and West Lindsey District Council are delighted to be partnering with local schools to create Gainsborough's own Top Trumps card game.

This unique opportunity is enabling our young people to discover more about their local heritage alongside developing their sense of 'Pride in Place' for Gainsborough. We can't wait to see the finished product!

05/05/2026

📣 We are delighted to be working with Year 5 and Year 6 pupils on an exciting community project in partnership with West Lindsey District Councill and Heritage Lincolnshire.

Together, we will create a set of Gainsborough Top Trumps cards celebrating the town’s history and important landmarks. We can’t wait to see the children’s ideas and creativity bring this project to life!

Next week, our Year 5 and 6 children have a fantastic opportunity to be part of something really special!

They will be working alongside the Gainsborough Aspiration Project, the West Lindsey District Council and Heritage Lincolnshire to create a unique set of Gainsborough Top Trump cards 🎴

These cards will celebrate the rich history and important places in our town — a brilliant chance for pupils to explore and showcase the historic environment of Gainsborough.

💭 Over the next few days, have a chat at home:
What places in Gainsborough do you think deserve to be celebrated?

📅 Make sure your child is in school on Wednesday so they don’t miss out on being part of this exciting project!

We can’t wait to see their ideas come to life!

28/04/2026

Last Thursday, Benjamin Adlard Primary welcomed some very special visitors from AMP Rose for an exciting and inspiring assembly. The team came along to showcase one of the robots they use in their work!

The children were so excited to see the robot in action, and some even had the wonderful opportunity to try controlling it themselves, gaining hands-on experience and learning more about technology and engineering in a fun and interactive way.

A huge thank you to the team at AMP Rose!

27/04/2026

Gainsborough children’s project hailed as UK’s next Big Idea

A project transforming the lives of local children has been recognised nationally as a potential model for change across the UK.

The Gainsborough Aspiration Project, launched in 2023, is helping young people access better support in education, health, and employment—giving them the strong start they deserve.

Now shortlisted for UKREiiF’s One Big Idea Initiative, it’s proof that collaboration can create real impact.

Find out more: https://bit.ly/3Qe1ZUm

16/04/2026

We are delighted to have been shortlisted for the One Big Idea Initiative alongside West Lindsey District Council.

This recognition highlights the ongoing work to transform aspirations for children and young people across Gainsborough, and we are incredibly proud to be part of this journey.

Congratulations to everyone who has been shortlisted - we look forward to hearing the results!

20/03/2026

📣 This week, Hemswell Cliff Primary welcomed a visit from Gemma Beacock from West Lindsey District Council, and it was a great success!

Gemma delivered a clear and engaging presentation, using a well-prepared PowerPoint that was perfectly suited to the children’s level of understanding. She shared inspiring messages about the importance of dreaming big and working hard at school - values that are regularly encouraged across the school. It was a fantastic and motivating session for all involved!

19/03/2026

On 10th March, pupils at Warren Wood Specialist Academy took part in an engaging and inspiring Aspirations Assembly led by Jeli Rose. He shared his journey to becoming a counsellor and therapist, offering valuable insights into his experiences and career path.

The children really enjoyed listening to his stories, and the highlight for many was having fun trying on the range of wigs he brought along! It was a memorable session that combined inspiration with plenty of laughter. 😊

17/03/2026

We are so glad the pupils enjoyed their Aspiration Assembly! Thank you to John Ambrose for delivering such an engaging session. 😊

26/02/2026

📣 The Gainsborough Aspiration Project has been working hard to raise the aspirations of children and young people since September 2023. It has inspired them to think about their futures, set goals, and explore opportunities they may not have considered before.

We can’t wait to continue this, helping even more young people dream big!

08/01/2026

📣 Over the next couple of weeks, 12 local primary schools will be hosting “Coffee, Cake and a Slice of Careers Conversation.”

Local careers specialists from Complete-Careers LLP will be running workshops for parents and carers, helping them feel more confident having conversations with their children about the future. These sessions aim to support children’s hopes and aspirations, making them aware of the thousands of possibilities open to them.

Thanks to the generosity of the Thonock Trust and Lincolnshire Community Fund, all parents who attend will receive a free copy of “The Bonkers Book of Jobs,” so the conversations can continue at home.