Westdale Junior School
Nottingham, NG3 6ET · Nottinghamshire · primary school
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116th 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 4,166 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.2/10 among 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 | 63.0 · 46 | 40% | 1.85 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 7.0 · 51 | 25% | 1.27 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Westdale Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 63.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 7.0% of pupils, matching the national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in February 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.2 out of 10 among them, against 4.8 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 235 pupils against a stated capacity of 240. 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 close to the expected standard in maths? What does a typical day look like for a child in Year 6? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2024 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Westdale Junior School
Overview
Westdale Junior School is described as a “happy and vibrant school” where the mantra ‘work hard, be kind’ fosters motivated and reflective pupils. The inspection found that pupils behave well, are courteous, and feel safe, with strong relationships between adults and students. Leaders are responsive, and the partnership with the multi-academy trust is strong, supporting staff well-being and timely improvements.
Strengths
- A “well-structured and systematic approach to teaching pupils to read” using high-quality books and drama to deepen understanding.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive targeted support, with regular progress reviews and teacher adaptations ensuring they succeed.
- The curriculum is ambitious, with teachers presenting information clearly and using the ‘5 Ws’ to help pupils make strong links between prior learning.
- Pupils are “highly respectful of difference” and understand fundamental British values, with bullying being rare and well dealt with.
- Senior leaders are quick to respond to needs, and staff feel their workload and well-being are considered.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should strengthen engagement with parents to ensure they understand recent changes to the behaviour policy and the resulting improvements in pupil conduct.
- The school needs to evaluate the impact of recent curriculum changes more closely, as some elements are not yet fully embedded and pupils in a few subjects are not remembering all they have been taught.
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 | 60% |
| 2023/24 | 61% |
| 2024/25 | 63% |
| 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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