Bluecoat Primary Academy
Nottingham, NG8 3BB · Nottingham · primary school
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64th of 73 primary schools in Nottingham we can score, 74 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 2.4/10 against 1,625 of them, against 2.2/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 51.0 · 21 | 41% | 0.86 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 33% | 1.74 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 26% | 0.61 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Bluecoat Primary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 51.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 2.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (2.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.2 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2022.
Getting in
The published school roll is 452 pupils against a stated capacity of 446. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
What specific support is available for pupils who are not reaching the expected standard in maths? How has the teaching approach changed since the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Bluecoat Primary Academy
Overview
Bluecoat Primary Academy is a well-led school where pupils are "determined to be successful" and demonstrate "resilience, integrity" in line with the school’s vision. The inspection highlights an "ambitious" curriculum and "highly positive" relationships, with staff maintaining consistently high expectations for pupil achievement.
Strengths
- Pupils exhibit "Outstanding" behaviour, being "inclusive, respectful and courteous" to each other and staff.
- The curriculum is "well planned and sequenced," preparing pupils effectively for the next phase of their education.
- Reading is taught well, with a clear phonics programme that helps pupils "develop a love of reading" and understand texts.
- Early years provision is "Outstanding," with skilled adults helping children improve communication and language skills.
- Senior leaders are "highly effective," providing a "high-quality education" while managing growth and pandemic challenges.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure the curriculum is "fully embedded across all subjects," as some elements are at an "early stage of implementation."
- Assessment procedures need to be established in a "small number of subjects" to provide a comprehensive picture of pupil progress.
- Teachers should "identify pupils’ errors accurately" in lessons, as minor mistakes are sometimes missed, hindering learning.
Safeguarding
The report states that "arrangements for safeguarding are effective," with leaders ensuring keeping pupils safe is the "highest priority" and challenging other agencies when necessary.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 57% |
| 2023/24 | 57% |
| 2024/25 | 51% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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