Best Primary Schools in Nottingham 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 74 schools across Nottingham. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Total schools

Outstanding

14%

Outstanding rate

61.6%

Avg KS2 SATs

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Welbeck Primary School Primary	Outstanding	81	View school
🥈	St Teresa's Catholic Primary School Primary	Outstanding	81	View school
🥉	Edna G. Olds Academy Primary	Outstanding	81	View school
4.	Huntingdon Academy Primary	Outstanding	81	View school
5.	St Mary's Catholic Primary School Primary	Outstanding	77	View school
6.	Sneinton St Stephen's CofE Primary School Primary	Outstanding	77	View school
7.	South Wilford Endowed CofE Primary School Primary	Outstanding	76	View school
8.	Haydn Primary School Primary	Outstanding	73	View school
9.	Jubilee L.E.A.D. Academy Primary	Good	70	View school
10.	Blessed Robert Widmerpool Catholic Primary and Nursery School Primary	Outstanding	69	View school
11.	Southglade Primary and Nursery School Primary	Good	68	View school
12.	The Glapton Academy Primary	Good	67	View school
13.	Blue Bell Hill Primary and Nursery School Primary	Good	67	View school
14.	Rise Park Primary and Nursery School Primary	Good	67	View school
15.	Southwark Primary School Primary	Good	66	View school
16.	Henry Whipple Primary School Primary	Good	65	View school
17.	Scotholme Primary and Nursery School Primary	Good	65	View school
18.	Old Basford School Primary	Outstanding	64	View school
19.	Our Lady of Perpetual Succour Catholic Primary School Primary	Good	64	View school
20.	Fernwood Primary School Primary	Good	64	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary schools are there in Nottingham?

There are 74 primary schools in Nottingham, of which 10 (14%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Nottingham?

Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Nottingham is Welbeck Primary School. See the full ranked list above.

How do I apply for a school place in Nottingham?

Primary and secondary school applications in Nottingham are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Nottingham council website for application forms and deadlines.

What is the average Ofsted rating in Nottingham?

14% of primary schools in Nottingham are rated Outstanding and 74% are rated Good. 78% are rated Good or Outstanding.

Data sourced from Ofsted, Department for Education, and ISI. School rankings reflect the Schools Near Me composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance, and pupil-teacher ratios. Last updated April 2026.