St John's CofE Academy
Worksop, S81 7LU · Nottinghamshire · primary school
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94th 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 the 4,205 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.7/10 among them, against 5.7/10 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 | 65.0 · 52 | 40% | 2.07 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 10.0 · 66 | 25% | 1.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St John's CofE Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 65.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 10.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.7 out of 10 among them, against 5.7 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 445 pupils against a stated capacity of 446. 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
With the school operating at near full capacity, how does the admissions process handle applications when places are limited? How does the school support pupils who are working towards the expected standard in core subjects? What specific support is available for pupils aiming to reach the higher standard in reading, writing and maths?
What Ofsted said about St John's CofE Academy
Overview
St John’s Church of England Academy continues to be a good school, described as a happy place where pupils feel they belong and are safe. The report highlights a calm learning environment with high staff morale and a curriculum that builds knowledge effectively, resulting in attainment significantly above average.
Strengths
- Pupils feel safe and valued in a ‘one big family’ atmosphere with very little bullying.
- Teachers deliver engaging lessons with strong subject knowledge, ensuring pupils achieve well across subjects.
- The curriculum builds knowledge over successive years, with particular success in reading fluency and mathematics.
- Staff provide effective support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), ensuring equal access to the curriculum.
- Staff morale is high, with leaders treating staff with respect and being mindful of workload.
Areas to improve
- Staff require further guidance on the new book-banding system to ensure the weakest readers are consistently given books precisely matched to their ability, rather than texts that are too difficult.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with an open and positive culture that puts pupils’ interests first.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 85% |
| 2023/24 | 74% |
| 2024/25 | 65% |
| 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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