Model Village Primary School
Mansfield, NG20 8BQ · Derbyshire · primary school
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200th of 263 primary schools in Derbyshire we can score, 354 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 — 2.1/10 against 1,414 of them, against 1.9/10 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 | 53.0 · 24 | 40% | 0.96 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Model Village Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 53.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, 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 (2.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.9 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in December 2024.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the ECO Club, play dodgeball and basketball, or take part in dance. Year 6 students go on a trip to London, while others visit a Roman site.
Getting in
The published school roll is 230 pupils against a stated capacity of 262. 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 to progress from the expected standard to the higher standard in core subjects? What specific support is available for children who need extra help in maths?
What Ofsted said about Model Village Primary School
Overview
Model Village Primary School has “taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection.” The school is described as an “inclusive and welcoming place” where pupils are “happy and feel safe.” Leaders have worked with the trust to ensure continued improvement despite recent staff changes.
Strengths
- Pupils study an “engaging curriculum” with “enriching experiences” such as visiting art galleries and meeting authors.
- Reading is prioritised, with phonics taught well so children become “confident readers.”
- The mathematics curriculum is “well sequenced,” enabling teachers to address misconceptions quickly.
- Staff provide “sensitive support” for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- There is a “calm and purposeful environment” with clear expectations and positive attitudes to learning.
Areas to improve
- The school should ensure teachers receive “effective support to teach the curriculum well” in foundation subjects, as current checks are not precise enough.
- The school should ensure disadvantaged pupils receive “precise support” to address learning gaps more quickly.
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 | 57% |
| 2023/24 | 57% |
| 2024/25 | 53% |
| 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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