St Augustine's Catholic Primary and Nursery School, A Voluntary Academy
Nottingham, NG3 4JS · Nottingham · primary school
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68th 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 — 0.6/10 against 2,671 of them, against 0.9/10 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 | 41.0 · 9 | 40% | 0.35 |
| 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.
St Augustine's Catholic Primary and Nursery School, A Voluntary Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 41.0% 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 (0.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 0.9 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2024.
Getting in
The published school roll is 306 pupils against a stated capacity of 356. 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 core subjects? What specific strategies are used to help children reach the higher standard in reading and maths? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while addressing the gap in attainment?
What Ofsted said about St Augustine's Catholic Primary and Nursery School, A Voluntary Academy
Overview
St Augustine’s is described as a “calm, welcoming school” where pupils are “friendly and polite” and feel “happy and safe.” The report highlights a strong culture guided by values such as service, love, and compassion, with staff modelling high expectations for behaviour. Leaders have prioritised reading, ensuring pupils develop into “successful, independent readers” through engaging phonics instruction.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate excellent conduct, using “fantastic walking” and showing respect for others.
- Reading is a clear priority, with teachers making phonics “enjoyable” and providing close support for those needing extra help.
- The curriculum is “ambitious” and detailed, helping pupils recall important knowledge through activities like ‘forget-me-nots’.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are “included in all aspects of school life.”
- Staff feel supported by leaders, who consider workload and well-being, while trustees provide effective oversight.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must develop firm mechanisms to review and adapt the curriculum in all subjects, as checks on learning are not fully developed in some areas.
- The early years environment needs improvement to better support children’s learning and provide resources to extend it.
- Teaching must consistently use strategies from pupils’ SEND profiles to ensure the curriculum is adapted well enough for all learners in the classroom.
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 | 49% |
| 2023/24 | 27% |
| 2024/25 | 41% |
| 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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