Robert Shaw Primary and Nursery School
Nottingham, NG8 3PL · Nottingham · primary school
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70th 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 — 3.3/10 against 2,315 of them, against 3.0/10 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 | 53.0 · 24 | 40% | 0.96 |
| Ofsted | 8 | 35% | 0.27 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 25% | 1.00 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Robert Shaw Primary and Nursery 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 5.0% of pupils, 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 (3.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.0 out of 10 against all schools). The March 2026 inspection used the new report-card framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join a gardening club and the school choir. Trips include a residential in Walesby Forest, a camp in Bagthorpe, and a summer camp. A breakfast club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 422 pupils against a stated capacity of 480. 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 are below the expected standard in maths? What specific areas did the March 2026 inspection highlight for improvement? How does the breakfast club integrate with the morning routine?
What Ofsted said about Robert Shaw Primary and Nursery School
Overview
The report describes a "vibrant and caring school" where pupils feel safe, valued, and behave well. While leaders have established a "well-organised and ambitious curriculum" and strong safeguarding practices, too many pupils do not achieve well enough by the end of key stage 2, and persistent absence remains a concern.
Strengths
- Safeguarding standards are met, with an "open culture" where concerns are actively identified and managed.
- Pupils behave well, guided by values of being "respectful, responsible, and resilient," and bullying is not tolerated.
- The curriculum is "ambitious" and provides the knowledge pupils need, with clear topic themes that "excite and enthuse pupils."
- Inclusion is central to the school’s work, ensuring disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs feel welcome and participate fully.
- Personal development is supported through a "well-organised programme" including residential trips, clubs, and debates on sensitive issues.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure more pupils achieve the expected standard in reading, writing, and mathematics, as too many are not ready for their next stage of learning.
- Teachers must accurately identify gaps in pupils’ knowledge and design tasks to fill these gaps across the curriculum.
- Strategies must be developed to reduce the number of pupils who are persistently absent from school.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, meaning leaders have established an open culture where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and 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 | 44% |
| 2023/24 | 52% |
| 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
—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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