Lincoln Minster School


Lincoln Minster School is an independent co-educational day and boarding school in Lincoln, England.
It comprises three schools: the nursery and pre-preparatory, preparatory, and senior school. While the school is now open to pupils from the community it continues to educate the choristers of Lincoln Cathedral. It is a member of the United Church Schools Trust and the .

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

Non-chorister 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.

Choir

In 1995, the Lincoln Cathedral became the third English cathedral to allow girl choristers. All choristers are educated at the school as scholarship holders. Although "chorister" is a general term, at Lincoln it is reserved for the four senior boys and girls, distinguished by their dark ‘copes’ or cloaks. Boys and girls who have passed their probationary stage are known as 'chanters'.

Boarding

Across all the schools there are four boarding houses:
A detailed history of the Lincoln Grammar School from its foundation to 1902 is provided by: