Edale Rise Primary & Nursery School
Nottingham, NG2 4HT · Nottingham · primary school
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32nd 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.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 6.7/10 against 1,123 of them, against 5.2/10 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 | 62.0 · 44 | 40% | 1.74 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Edale Rise Primary & Nursery School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 62.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the school recorded 10.0%, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.2 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Dance Club and Knitting Club. The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 231 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 curriculum support pupils who are working towards the expected standard in maths? What specific activities take place during the after-school club sessions?
What Ofsted said about Edale Rise Primary & Nursery School
Overview
Edale Rise Primary & Nursery School is a place where the core value that everyone ‘takes care’ is consistently applied by pupils and staff. The inspection found that relationships are positive, with pupils being well behaved, courteous, and inclusive of diverse cultures. Leaders have implemented a bespoke curriculum that prioritises reading as ‘the beating heart of the curriculum’, resulting in pupils developing a love for a wide range of texts.
Strengths
- Pupils are ‘well behaved and courteous’, greeting people warmly and taking pride in their achievements and rewards.
- The curriculum ensures pupils learn to read and then ‘read to learn’, with a phonics programme that is ‘working well’ and taught consistently.
- Children get off to a ‘positive start in the early years’, developing curiosity and confidence through a well-designed curriculum.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, including those new to English, are ‘well supported’ and receive ‘well-tailored support’.
- Personal, social and health education is ‘well-organised’, allowing pupils to debate global issues and take on responsibilities like school councillor roles.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure that the curriculum in all subjects makes clear the ‘most important content’ pupils are expected to know and commit to long-term memory, as recall is currently inconsistent in some areas.
- Some subject leaders do not fully understand their role in curriculum design and implementation; leaders must ensure this role is ‘consistently understood, applied’ to improve impact.
- A small number of subjects are at an ‘early stage of implementation’ and need to be fully embedded to ensure pupils remember content over time.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with the school treating it as its ‘highest priority’ and ensuring all staff are well trained and understand their responsibilities.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 68% |
| 2023/24 | 48% |
| 2024/25 | 62% |
| 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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