King Edwin Primary and Nursery School
Mansfield, NG21 9NS · Nottinghamshire · primary school
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67th 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 — 6.7/10 against 4,258 of them, against 6.7/10 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 | 71.0 · 68 | 40% | 2.73 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
King Edwin Primary and Nursery School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 71.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 10.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2024. 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 (6.7 out of 10 either way).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join multi sports and football clubs, with sports including cricket, tennis, rugby, athletics and tag & touch rugby. Breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 459 pupils against a stated capacity of 495. 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 higher standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the multi sports club? How does the school manage class sizes given the current roll?
What Ofsted said about King Edwin Primary and Nursery School
Overview
King Edwin Primary and Nursery School continues to be a good school, described as "exceptionally welcoming" with strong, positive relationships between pupils and adults. The report highlights a culture where pupils feel safe, are "focused and keen to learn," and demonstrate resilience in their studies.
Strengths
- Pupils have "strong, positive relationships with adults" and feel safe, with one pupil describing the school as "like a second family."
- The curriculum is "aspirational for all pupils," with staff possessing "excellent subject knowledge" and guiding learning effectively, particularly in mathematics.
- There is a successful "love of reading" culture, with most pupils reading "confidently and with fluency" and engaging in daily quality texts.
- The school prioritises pupil well-being through initiatives such as play therapy, mental health lessons, and a wide range of extracurricular clubs.
- Parents value the many opportunities to engage with school life, including daily reading sessions and regular surgeries to discuss issues.
Areas to improve
- In some foundation subjects, assessment systems are not yet fully developed, meaning staff "do not always have the information they need to address gaps in pupils’ learning."
- Leaders recognise there is "more work to do" to improve pupils’ writing skills to help them communicate ideas and demonstrate understanding.
- In the early years, adults have not always explained the purpose of activities well enough, leaving a minority of children unsure of what they are doing.
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 | 61% |
| 2023/24 | 66% |
| 2024/25 | 71% |
| 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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