St Peter's Crosskeys CofE Academy
Newark, NG24 4TE · Nottinghamshire · primary school
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105th 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 5.9/10 against 2,702 of them, against 5.2/10 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 | 70.0 · 65 | 62% | 4.02 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 38% | 1.13 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Peter's Crosskeys CofE Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 70.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 3.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (5.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.2 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 161 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 higher standard in core subjects? What specific trips or external visits are planned for the current academic year? How does the school manage class sizes to ensure individual attention for each child?
What Ofsted said about St Peter's Crosskeys CofE Academy
Overview
St Peter's Crosskeys CofE Academy is described as a school where pupils ‘flourish and grow’ within a community united by high expectations and positive relationships. The report highlights a cohesive staff team and strong leadership that has driven improvements in safeguarding, curriculum, and behaviour since taking post. Inspectors conclude that ‘Children thrive’ in this ‘fantastic village school’, noting that parents are unanimously positive about the provision.
Strengths
- Relationships are ‘consistently positive’, with pupils being ‘respectful and inclusive’ and supporting one another.
- The curriculum is ‘well organised’, with content that ‘builds cumulatively over time’, allowing most pupils to recall learning with ease.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are ‘well supported’ and learn the same curriculum as their peers.
- Personal development is a strength, featuring a ‘well-structured programme’ for relationships, sex and health education and robust outdoor learning.
- Early years provision ensures children get off to a ‘positive start’, with learning described as ‘fun and exciting’.
Areas to improve
- Ensure lessons ‘consistently align with the intent set out in the curriculum’ to prevent gaps in pupils’ knowledge.
- Ensure the early years curriculum is ‘fully designed sequenced and implemented’ so milestones are clear across the full Reception Year.
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 | 66% |
| 2023/24 | 66% |
| 2024/25 | 70% |
| 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
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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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