Newlands Junior School
Mansfield, NG19 0LN · Nottinghamshire · primary school
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184th 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 — 4.7/10 against 1,390 of them, against 3.8/10 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 | 63.0 · 46 | 40% | 1.85 |
| Ofsted | 13 | 35% | 0.47 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 25% | 0.59 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Newlands Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 63.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. 2.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. An April 2026 Ofsted inspection used the new framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (4.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in a Cricket Club and engage in sports including Mini Marathon, Wheelchair Sport, Cross Country, Sports Day, Indoor Athletics, Cricket, Football, and Tennis.
Getting in
The published school roll is 230 pupils against a stated capacity of 240. 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 pupils who are not yet meeting expectations in reading or maths? How does the school manage the transition for pupils moving to secondary education?
What Ofsted said about Newlands Junior School
Overview
Newlands Junior School is described as a "highly nurturing and loving school community" where pupils feel "proud and fortunate" to attend. The report highlights that pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, "achieve extremely well" and are "exceptionally well prepared for their next steps." Leaders demonstrate a "deep understanding" of the community’s needs, ensuring all pupils are supported to thrive.
Strengths
- Pupils develop "strong learning foundations" in reading, writing, and mathematics, with speaking and listening skills being "particularly well developed."
- Personal development is a "strong standard," with pupils showing "maturity, empathy and insight" regarding fairness, tolerance, and democracy.
- Pastoral care is a "significant strength," providing "tailored, high‑quality support" so vulnerable pupils feel "safe, valued and ready to learn."
- Staff are "knowledgeable" and provide "clear explanations," ensuring pupils "know what to do and why."
- The school is "inclusive," with effective partnerships ensuring seamless support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure continued improvement to curriculum implementation, "particularly in the foundations of writing," to address gaps in skills such as handwriting.
- Leaders should continue to analyse attendance data closely to ensure it "returns to levels consistently above the national average for all pupils."
- Governors should further develop their expertise to "conduct their role consistently effectively" and embed strategic oversight.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" ensuring pupils are "made safer and feel safe."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 82% |
| 2023/24 | 82% |
| 2024/25 | 63% |
| 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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