Glade Hill Primary & Nursery School
Nottingham, NG5 5TA · Nottingham · primary school
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58th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 2.3/10 against 2,066 of them, against 2.3/10 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 | 36.0 · 6 | 40% | 0.22 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Glade Hill Primary & Nursery School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 36.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0%, matching the 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 (2.3 out of 10 either way). Ofsted rated the school Good in 2022-12.
Getting in
The published school roll is 400 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 are below the expected standard in literacy and numeracy? What specific steps are taken to improve attainment in the core subjects? How accessible are the wraparound care provisions for working parents?
What Ofsted said about Glade Hill Primary & Nursery School
Overview
Glade Hill Primary & Nursery School continues to be a good school, described as a place where relationships are nurtured and pupils feel safe and respected. The school fosters a strong sense of community, with pupils appreciating the supportive environment and clear behavioural expectations. However, the report highlights inconsistencies in curriculum delivery and a limited offer for personal development.
Strengths
- Relationships are strong, with pupils noting teachers are ‘dedicated’ and that they are ‘treated with respect and equality’.
- The school’s motto ‘SPARKLE’ permeates school life, helping pupils understand rules, friendship, and how to handle bullying.
- Leaders have developed a broad and balanced curriculum, with specific strategies like teaching geometry throughout the year to aid recall.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are included in all aspects of school life and receive bespoke support.
- Staff well-being is prioritised, with staff overwhelmingly positive about leaders’ actions to support workload and leadership roles.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure teachers check carefully enough what pupils know and can do, particularly in the early years, to reliably plan next steps.
- Leaders need to provide sufficient opportunities to nurture and stretch pupils’ talents and interests through the wider personal development programme.
- Adults must help children with gaps in early development to catch up more quickly.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff receiving regular training and quickly reporting concerns to ensure pupils receive appropriate support.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 46% |
| 2023/24 | 53% |
| 2024/25 | 36% |
| 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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