Holly Primary School
Mansfield, NG19 0NT · Nottinghamshire · primary school
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77th 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.
Narrow the comparison to the 4,112 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.1/10 among them, against 6.2/10 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 | 70.0 · 65 | 40% | 2.61 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 8.0 · 57 | 25% | 1.43 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Holly Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 70.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 8.0%, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.1 out of 10 among them, against 6.2 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Forest School and Primary Stars, with both breakfast and after-school clubs available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 298 pupils against a stated capacity of 280. 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
What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the expected standard? How does the Forest School curriculum integrate with daily lessons?
What Ofsted said about Holly Primary School
Overview
Holly Primary School continues to be a good school, described as a "welcoming and enjoyable place to learn" where pupils are "happy, proud and committed to their learning." The report highlights a strong sense of community, with "warm and nurturing" relationships between staff and pupils, creating a real "family feel" that ensures children feel safe and well cared for.
Strengths
- Pupils achieve well and behave positively, striving to earn awards and demonstrating independence through roles such as school councillors.
- Reading is a high priority, with staff teaching it well and providing targeted support so that pupils who find it difficult can "catch up."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are "supported well" to access learning alongside peers, with teachers adapting resources effectively.
- Children in the early years get off to a "flying start," developing confidence, independence, and curiosity in a happy environment.
- Leaders provide effective support for staff, including early career teachers, and are committed to supporting staff workload and well-being.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should continue with their ambitious curriculum plans in their entirety and monitor the impact on improving pupils’ knowledge over time, as recent changes are still new.
- Leaders must support staff to use assessment information to inform planning in all subjects, ensuring learning is consistently well matched to pupils’ level of understanding.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff well trained to identify and report concerns quickly, and leaders responding swiftly while engaging well with outside agencies.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 69% |
| 2023/24 | 67% |
| 2024/25 | 70% |
| 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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