Lincoln Minster School


Lincoln Minster School is a private co-educational day school in Lincoln, England.
It comprises two schools: the preparatory, and senior school. While the school is now open to pupils from the community it continues to educate a small number of the choristers of Lincoln Cathedral, though the formal association with the cathedral was ended by Lincoln Minster School in 2016 and most choristers are now drawn from other local schools. It is a member of the United Church Schools Trust and the .
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History

In 1265 Richard of Gravesend, Bishop of Lincoln, decreed that there should be twelve boys, two of whom were to be incense bearers, living in one house under a master who appropriated certain revenues for their support. They were to be taught lessons in their house in addition to their choral duties. Even before the Bishop's ordinance, boys were known to have been taught music in the Cathedral Close.
Lincoln Minster School was formed in 1996 with the amalgamation of four schools:
In 2011 St Mary's Preparatory School merged with the school to become its preparatory department.

Music

Pupils are encouraged to be involved in music. There are opportunities to perform in school concerts or lead worship services. Many are selected for the National Youth Choirs of Great Britain, National Children's Orchestra and other groups.

Boarding

Across all the schools there used to be four boarding houses but all 4 are now permanently closed:
  • Hillside
  • Lindum View
  • Eastgate
  • James Street

Literature

A detailed history of the Lincoln Grammar School from its foundation to 1902 is provided by:

Notable alumni

St Joseph's School for Girls