Christ Church C of E Primary School
Newark-on-Trent, NG24 3XB · Nottinghamshire · primary school
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206th 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 — 0.3/10 against 2,425 of them, against 0.6/10 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 | 31.0 · 3 | 40% | 0.13 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| 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.
Christ Church C of E Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 31.0% 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 (0.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.6 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in 2022-11.
Getting in
The published school roll is 213 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 are below the expected standard in core subjects? What steps are being taken to address the 2022 inspection findings?
What Ofsted said about Christ Church C of E Primary School
Overview
Christ Church C of E Primary School is described as a "warm and welcoming school community" where pupils are happy, behave well, and feel safe. The report highlights that leaders have successfully raised expectations following recent changes, including a move to a new site, resulting in a "Good" overall effectiveness rating.
Strengths
- The curriculum is well-designed to help pupils "increase their knowledge over time," with activities suitably adapted for those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
- Reading is a clear priority; staff are well-trained, and "carefully chosen books match pupils’ knowledge of phonics" to support development.
- Staff feel supported and valued, with leaders ensuring workload is considered and providing effective professional and personal support.
- Early years provision is strong, with teachers establishing routines quickly and maintaining "high expectations" of what children can achieve.
- Pupils benefit from a "values-based curriculum" and a wide range of extra-curricular activities, including choir, gardening, and sports.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, teachers do not check closely enough what pupils remember, leading to unidentified gaps in knowledge.
- Some pupils cannot recall much about what they have been taught regarding world religions and cultures.
- Opportunities to consolidate learning in the outside area during the early years are not always sufficiently focused.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a "strong culture of safeguarding," rigorous record-keeping, and well-trained staff who take swift action when risks are identified.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 27% |
| 2024/25 | 31% |
| 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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