John Clifford Primary School
Nottingham, NG9 2AT · Nottinghamshire · primary school
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200th 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 — 2.4/10 against 2,391 of them, against 2.5/10 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 | 47.0 · 15 | 62% | 0.92 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 38% | 1.54 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
John Clifford Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 47.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 5.0% of pupils, against a 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 (2.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 347 pupils against a stated capacity of 390. 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 interventions are in place for the 5.0% who reached the higher standard? How does the school plan to maintain current capacity levels for new entrants?
What Ofsted said about John Clifford Primary School
Overview
The report describes a school with a "strong atmosphere of love and care" where pupils are "polite and considerate" and settle in quickly. Leaders maintain "high ambitions" for academic achievement, though published outcomes do not always fully reflect the "good quality education" provided. The curriculum is ambitious and inclusive, with a particular focus on reading and personal development.
Strengths
- Phonics teaching begins early and is delivered well by trained staff, with effective support for new pupils who may have limited English.
- Pupils develop resilience and confidence through outdoor learning, including tending to animals and completing the ‘JC triathlon’.
- The curriculum is "inclusive for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND)", with bespoke support provided in nurturing environments.
- Staff, particularly those early in their careers, find the school provides a "supportive environment in which they can develop".
- The school’s values, known as the ‘JC promises’, are woven through the curriculum to support pupils’ personal development and citizenship.
Areas to improve
- Lesson activities, particularly in the early years, sometimes "lack a meaningful purpose" and do not purposefully support intended learning, limiting knowledge retention.
- Monitoring activities are not always sufficiently focused, meaning the school does not always identify weaknesses or clarify exactly what needs to improve.
Safeguarding
The report states that "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 | 44% |
| 2023/24 | 47% |
| 2024/25 | 47% |
| 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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