St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Edwinstowe
Mansfield, NG21 9LP · Nottinghamshire · primary school
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41st 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 6.8/10 against 4,190 of them, against 6.9/10 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 | 67.0 · 57 | 62% | 3.50 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 17.0 · 87 | 38% | 3.35 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Edwinstowe overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 67.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A higher 17.0% achieved the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (6.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 103 pupils against a stated capacity of 126. 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 working towards the expected standard in maths? What specific trips are planned for the current academic year?
What Ofsted said about St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Edwinstowe
Overview
Pupils speak proudly about their school, praising the ‘interesting lessons’ and the care they receive from staff. The report describes a ‘small, vibrant school’ with a ‘caring and respectful culture’ that enables children to ‘thrive’. Inspectors found that the school has successfully responded to previous recommendations, resulting in a well-planned curriculum and effective early years provision.
Strengths
- Pupils are ‘enthusiastic learners’ who are motivated, achieve well, and display good behaviour in lessons and around the school.
- The early years provision is a ‘key strength’, with a carefully designed curriculum that skilfully prioritises language skills and personal development.
- Staff have rewritten the curriculum to ensure it contains the ‘important knowledge and skills’ pupils should learn, reflecting the school’s ambition for high achievement.
- The school’s ‘idyllic location’ and purposefully designed outdoor areas support pupils’ physical and mental health and well-being very well.
- Governors fulfil their roles effectively, bringing a ‘good balance of support and challenge’ to the school.
Areas to improve
- The implementation of the revised curriculum is ‘not consistently strong in all parts of the school’, with occasional inconsistencies in delivery affecting pupil focus.
- The school should ensure the revised curriculum is implemented ‘securely and consistently’ so that all pupils know and remember more over time.
- The school is reviewing and strengthening its approach to handling persistent absence, which affects a small number of pupils.
Safeguarding
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 | 44% |
| 2023/24 | 47% |
| 2024/25 | 67% |
| 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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