Wilsthorpe School
Nottingham, NG10 4WT · Derbyshire · secondary school
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10th of 45 secondary schools in Derbyshire we can score. 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 — 7.9/10 against 791 of them, against 6.5/10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.84 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 49.0 · 60 | 30% | 1.80 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.27 · 70 | 25% | 1.76 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 49.3 · 67 | 10% | 0.67 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Wilsthorpe School overview
How it's doing
The school was rated Good by Ofsted in June 2023. In 2024/25, 55.5% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 50.5, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.27 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did better than those nationally who started from the same place. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.3 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
An after-school club is available for pupils.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,236 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,268. 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 in raising their attainment from the current 50.5 score? What specific activities are included in the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Wilsthorpe School
Overview
Wilsthorpe School continues to be a good school, described as a “vibrant” environment where pupils are “motivated to learn” and behave very well. Leaders maintain high expectations, fostering strong, respectful relationships that ensure pupils feel safe and supported. The school offers a broad curriculum and exceptional personal development opportunities, preparing students effectively for life in modern society.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “ambitious and well organised,” with leaders identifying key knowledge and skills from Year 7 to Year 13.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are identified promptly and receive effective support, allowing them to “access the full curriculum and are successful.”
- The curriculum for personal development is “exceptional,” helping pupils learn to debate, empathise, and understand diverse viewpoints.
- Reading is a priority throughout the school, with carefully chosen texts supporting vocabulary and extra help provided for those falling behind.
- Staff feel well supported by leaders, who consider workload and well-being, while the governing body “supports and challenge[s] leaders well.”
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, the curriculum is not implemented as securely or consistently as in others, meaning pupils do not recall knowledge as effectively as they could.
- Leaders must ensure the curriculum is implemented effectively across all subjects to enable pupils to learn and remember more.
- The number of pupils undertaking the English Baccalaureate qualification remains low, though leaders are taking action to improve this.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders taking responsibilities seriously, maintaining detailed records, and ensuring staff are well trained to recognise risks and report concerns.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 48.7 |
| 2024/25 | 50.5 |
| 2025/26 | 49.3 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 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
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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