Carr Hill Primary and Nursery School
Retford, DN22 6SW · Nottinghamshire · primary school
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209th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 0.1/10 against 1,785 of them, against 0.5/10 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 | 21.0 · 1 | 41% | 0.05 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.77 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Carr Hill Primary and Nursery School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 21.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, 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 (0.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.5 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2022.
Getting in
The published school roll is 308 pupils against a stated capacity of 510. 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 to bridge the gap between the current attainment levels and national expectations? What specific strategies are in place to improve outcomes in reading, writing, and maths? How has the school’s approach to teaching changed since the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Carr Hill Primary and Nursery School
Overview
Pupils are proud to attend this school, where staff “go above and beyond to help you learn and to be happy”. The inspection found that the quality of education, behaviour, personal development, and leadership are all rated as Good. The school has improved significantly since its previous inspection, with a well-planned curriculum and strong support for pupils’ personal growth.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “well planned and sequenced” across the majority of subjects, with an “ambitious” approach that builds incrementally.
- Phonics teaching is “lively and engaging”, with teachers regularly checking progress and providing extra help for those falling behind.
- Pupils demonstrate high standards of behaviour, understanding the school’s rule of RESPECT and knowing how to address bullying.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are “well supported” through quick identification and “well-tailored support”.
- Personal development is fostered through pupil-led initiatives, such as the ‘No Outsiders’ group, and opportunities for older pupils to contribute to school life.
Areas to improve
- The reading curriculum beyond phonics is “not fully sequenced” and does not clearly state what pupils should know at each stage.
- In a small number of subjects, the curriculum does not make clear the “most important content” pupils are expected to know and remember.
- Senior leaders have not checked closely enough how effectively the early years curriculum is implemented, lacking a “well-rounded understanding” of children’s progress.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff receiving regular training and detailed records ensuring no detail is missed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 49% |
| 2023/24 | 27% |
| 2024/25 | 21% |
| 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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
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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