Abbey Gates Primary School
115%
Capacity
242
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Abbey Gates Primary School
Abbey Gates Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Gedling community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 242 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (115% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Abbey Gates Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Abi Quant-Epps, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 76% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2350th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 32 in Gedling.
Abbey Gates Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 83 applications for 30 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 37 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Abbey Gates Primary School include Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Dance, Gymnastics, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Science Club, Chess, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gedling, Abbey Gates Primary School is one of the options available in the East Midlands region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Vernon Crescent, Nottingham, Gedling, NG15 9BN |
| Headteacher | Abi Quant-Epps |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 242 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.6% |
| School Capacity | 242 / 210 (115% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (76%)
2350th of 13,686
Nationally
193rd of 1,353
In East Midlands
6th of 32
In Gedling
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
76%
Expected Standard
24%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
76%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
83
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
37 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Vernon Crescent, Nottingham
Gedling, NG15 9BN
Journey to School
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