Carnarvon Primary School
Nottingham, NG13 8EH · Nottinghamshire · primary school
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52nd of 229 primary schools in Nottinghamshire we can score, 286 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 2,369 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.8/10 among them, against 7.4/10 nationally. 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 | 74.0 · 76 | 40% | 3.02 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 11.0 · 71 | 25% | 1.77 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Carnarvon Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 74.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 11.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.8 out of 10 among them, against 7.4 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Dance, Chess, Code, Choir, Tennis, Basketball, Football, and Multi-Skills clubs. Sports include football, netball, cross-country, athletics, swimming, basketball, futsal, and indoor rowing. Music lessons cover recorder and ukulele. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 430 pupils against a stated capacity of 490. 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
How does the school support pupils who fall below the expected standard in maths? What specific activities does the after-school club offer? How does the curriculum integrate the recorder and ukulele into daily lessons?
What Ofsted said about Carnarvon Primary School
Overview
Carnarvon Primary School is judged as ‘Good’ across all inspection categories, maintaining high standards since its previous ‘Outstanding’ rating. The report highlights a school where the motto ‘work hard, be kind’ permeates daily life, fostering a calm, orderly environment where pupils are respectful and well-behaved. Leaders are described as ‘ambitious’ and ‘calm yet assured’, providing a broad curriculum that successfully broadens pupils’ horizons and supports personal development.
Strengths
- The school promotes reading effectively from the start, using a ‘recently introduced phonics scheme’ and ‘carefully chosen books’ to support learning and diversity.
- Pupils benefit from a ‘broad and engaging curriculum’ where ‘knowledge is thoughtfully built upon over time’ and meaningful connections are made across subjects.
- Personal development is a strength, with pupils participating in diverse activities such as orchestras and school council initiatives, learning about ‘fundamental British values’.
- Early years provision is strong, with children settling quickly and making a ‘strong start to their education’ through well-designed learning activities.
- Support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is robust, with ‘clear plans’ and adapted learning opportunities ensuring access to the full curriculum.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, there is a ‘lack of strategic leadership’, meaning the focus on improvement is ‘not sharp enough’.
- Senior leaders should ensure subject leaders have the ‘time and expertise’ to provide a ‘sharp focus on improving provision’ in their areas of responsibility.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a ‘strong culture of safeguarding’ where staff are ‘well trained and vigilant’ and leaders are ‘tenacious in seeking the support their pupils and families need’.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 71% |
| 2024/25 | 74% |
| 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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