Morven Park Primary and Nursery School
Nottingham, NG17 7BT · Nottinghamshire · primary school
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125th 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 5.2/10 against 1,537 of them, against 4.2/10 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 | 59.0 · 37 | 40% | 1.47 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Morven Park Primary and Nursery School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 59.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 7.0% achieved it, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 435 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 have not reached the expected standard in maths? How does the curriculum adapt to the diverse needs of the student body?
What Ofsted said about Morven Park Primary and Nursery School
Overview
Morven Park Primary and Nursery School continues to be a good school, described as a happy and inclusive environment where staff and pupils live out the aim of ‘We’re all unique, together as one’. Leaders have high expectations for behaviour, resulting in polite and courteous pupils who benefit from an ambitious curriculum and strong relationships with staff. The school provides a broad range of opportunities, including extra-curricular clubs and visits from adults discussing various careers, fostering a strong sense of community.
Strengths
- Leaders have designed an ambitious curriculum that clearly identifies important knowledge, skills, and vocabulary, preparing pupils well for the next stage of their education.
- Reading is prioritised with a well-sequenced phonics programme and a new library, helping pupils read confidently and fluently.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well supported through adapted curricula and clear support plans, ensuring they progress well.
- Children in the early years have a ‘cracking start’ to their school life, with strong foundations in phonics and number.
- Staff enjoy working at the school, appreciating the training opportunities offered, while governors hold leaders to account sensitively.
Areas to improve
- Teachers do not always identify and address pupils’ errors in sentence construction, punctuation, and spelling, meaning texts are not always grammatically accurate.
- Teachers do not always identify misconceptions in pupils’ books, leading some pupils to repeat errors they have previously made.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with robust systems in place, knowledgeable staff, and swift action taken when concerns are identified.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 56% |
| 2023/24 | 70% |
| 2024/25 | 59% |
| 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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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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