Holly Hill Primary and Nursery School
Nottingham, NG16 6AW · Nottinghamshire · primary school
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167th 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 — 2.8/10 against 2,106 of them, against 2.6/10 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 | 51.0 · 21 | 40% | 0.83 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 25% | 0.88 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Holly Hill Primary and Nursery School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 51.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 4.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2024. 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 (2.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.6 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 313 pupils against a stated capacity of 350. 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 maths? What specific strategies are used to raise attainment in writing? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while addressing the gap in higher-standard results?
What Ofsted said about Holly Hill Primary and Nursery School
Overview
Holly Hill Primary and Nursery School continues to be a good school, described as a "happy and thriving" environment where care and respect are central values. Pupils demonstrate sensible behaviour and work well together, supported by a curriculum that is ambitious, inclusive, and reflective of diversity. The school fosters a strong sense of community, with parents valuing its "caring ‘family feel’" and the extensive support provided to all pupils.
Strengths
- Reading is "at the heart of the curriculum," with expert staff ensuring pupils develop fluency and access high-quality books from diverse cultures.
- Staff use effective strategies to help pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, remember new knowledge by breaking it into small steps.
- The school offers a "large range of enrichment activities," including sports, cookery, art clubs, and a popular choir, which pupils and parents value highly.
- Leaders prioritise staff well-being, creating a "positive working environment" where staff feel supported and workload is managed effectively.
- The school actively promotes diversity and inclusion, ensuring the curriculum reflects these ethos and that "everyone is welcome here."
Areas to improve
- The school must ensure teachers consistently use effective strategies to help pupils rehearse new knowledge orally, as some pupils currently struggle to recall important information.
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 | 56% |
| 2023/24 | 52% |
| 2024/25 | 51% |
| 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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