Caistor Grammar School named ‘School of the Decade’

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Nick Rodrigues, the deputy editor of Parent Power, said: “One of the leading schools in the East Midlands, Caistor Grammar School ranks top in the region more often than not.

“It was The Sunday Times East Midlands State Secondary School of the Year in 2017-18, and with just under 700 pupils is a vibrant hub of activity where students’ talents are fostered and encouraged.

“This is an outstanding school where standards are clearly high, but it is also a community in which students can’t help but boast about the unfailing support they receive.

“Headmaster, Alistair Hopkins has established a learning environment where pupils are happy and fulfilled, which makes it the clear choice for our East Midlands State Secondary School of the Decade.”

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