Victoria Primary School
Nottingham, NG2 1FX · Nottingham · primary school
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34th 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.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 6.2/10 against 1,236 of them, against 4.8/10 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 | 53.0 · 24 | 62% | 1.48 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 16.0 · 85 | 38% | 3.28 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Victoria Primary 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%. A higher 16.0% achieved the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join clubs including Eco Warriors, Digital Leaders, and Mental Health Champions, alongside football, swimming, choir, and dance. A breakfast club is available for early morning care.
Getting in
The published school roll is 289 pupils against a stated capacity of 401. 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 support is available for children who need extra help with reading?
What Ofsted said about Victoria Primary School
Overview
Victoria Primary School is described as a “positive influence at the heart of the community” where diversity is celebrated and pupils are “happy and safe.” The report highlights an “exemplary” approach to personal development, with pupils thriving through high-quality enrichment experiences and a culture of mutual respect. While the quality of education, behaviour, and leadership are rated Good, the school’s published results do not fully reflect the progress pupils make from varied starting points.
Strengths
- Personal development is “exemplary,” with pupils gaining a “comprehensive understanding of life in modern Britain” and impressive knowledge of equality.
- The curriculum is “well sequenced” with clear knowledge specifications, particularly in early years mathematics and phonics, where staff “teach phonics effectively.”
- Pupils are empowered as leaders, such as “language ambassadors” and “Maths magicians,” who support peers and contribute to a “harmonious ethos.”
- Staff possess “strong subject knowledge” and skilfully explain information, ensuring pupils can recall knowledge across subjects through discussion.
- Safeguarding arrangements are “effective,” and the school provides a “warm welcome” for its diverse community of 33 different languages.
Areas to improve
- The school must provide more opportunities for pupils to communicate understanding in writing to develop “automaticity and accuracy” across subjects.
- Teachers should use assessment data more effectively to identify knowledge gaps and provide suitable “next steps” to deepen learning, particularly for pupils with SEND.
- The school needs to address frequent absences among some pupils to prevent significant gaps in knowledge from missed learning time.
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 | 44% |
| 2023/24 | 35% |
| 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
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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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