Our Lady & St Edward Primary & Nursery Catholic Voluntary Academy
Nottingham, NG3 2LG · Nottingham · primary school
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67th of 73 primary schools in Nottingham we can score, 74 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 — 0.7/10 against 2,634 of them, against 1.0/10 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 | 42.0 · 10 | 40% | 0.38 |
| 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.
Our Lady & St Edward Primary & Nursery Catholic Voluntary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 42.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with a 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 (0.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.0 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2024.
Getting in
The published school roll is 238 pupils against a stated capacity of 268. 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 have not reached the expected standard in core subjects? What specific strategies are used to help children progress towards the higher standard? How does the nursery phase transition into the primary curriculum for new starters?
What Ofsted said about Our Lady & St Edward Primary & Nursery Catholic Voluntary Academy
Overview
The inspection found that the school is an inclusive ‘Christian community where all are valued’, with a mission to ensure children are ‘kind, respect differences and show compassion to all’. Leaders have established high expectations, resulting in positive behaviour and a ‘calm environment’ where staff feel supported and pupils are confident learners.
Strengths
- The school has an ‘ambitious curriculum’ with secure subject knowledge among teachers who check understanding and address misconceptions.
- Early years provision is strong, with a phonics programme that quickly identifies and supports children needing help with reading.
- Pupils benefit from leadership roles such as ‘eco-warriors’ and ‘well-being champions’, fostering pride and positive role modelling.
- Personal development is well-designed, with pupils able to recall learning about health and speak confidently about the school’s Christian ethos.
- Staff report feeling supported regarding workload and well-being, describing the school as a ‘real safe haven’.
Areas to improve
- Targets for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are not always precise, meaning adaptations are not consistently effective in helping these pupils build knowledge.
- Curriculum implementation is inconsistent in some subjects, as some teachers do not present information clearly or select the most appropriate resources.
- Extra-curricular provision is limited, with pupils expressing a desire for a greater range of clubs and activities to develop their talents.
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 | 59% |
| 2023/24 | 53% |
| 2024/25 | 42% |
| 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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