Edwalton Primary School
Nottingham, NG12 4AS · Nottinghamshire · primary school
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27th 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 — 9.1/10 against 4,058 of them, against 8.8/10 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 | 83.0 · 92 | 40% | 3.67 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 14.0 · 81 | 25% | 2.03 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Edwalton Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 83.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 14.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2025. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (9.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join Eco-club, School Council, Nerf Club, I Wonder, and Young Voices Rehearsals. Sports include KS1 and KS2 Dance, Running Club, Archery, Mini Athletics, Multi-sports, Urban Hockey, and Football. Music is supported by a Choir.
Getting in
The published school roll is 396 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 do not reach the expected standard in maths? What specific support is available for children joining in the current entry year? How are the various sports and clubs scheduled to ensure all pupils can participate?
What Ofsted said about Edwalton Primary School
Overview
Edwalton Primary School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. The report describes a school where pupils feel valued, safe, and are well-prepared for their next steps through an ambitious and engaging curriculum. Leaders and staff work collaboratively to ensure high-quality education and continuous improvement.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "ambitious and engaging" with a "well structured" approach that helps pupils gain and retain knowledge.
- Reading is a "constant priority," with phonics taught well from the start to support confident and fluent readers.
- Pupils benefit from "enriching experiences," including learning in the school’s farm and woodlands, which nurture their talents.
- The school provides "sensitive support" for disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs, ensuring they learn successfully alongside peers.
- Staff receive "high-quality and ongoing training," contributing significantly to the continuous improvement of education quality.
Areas to improve
- In a small number of subjects, learning activities are sometimes not designed effectively enough, preventing some pupils from deepening their knowledge, skills, and understanding as well as they might.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 70% |
| 2023/24 | 66% |
| 2024/25 | 83% |
| 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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