Abbey Road Primary School
103%
Capacity
432
Pupils
4.1x
Demand
About Abbey Road Primary School
Abbey Road Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Rushcliffe community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 432 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Abbey Road Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ly Toom, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 73% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3243rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 32 in Rushcliffe.
Abbey Road Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 246 applications for 60 places, making it 4.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 63 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Abbey Road Primary School include Library, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Tennis, Rounders, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Coding, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rushcliffe, Abbey Road 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Tewkesbury Close, Nottingham, Rushcliffe, NG2 5ND |
| Headteacher | Ly Toom |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 432 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.5% |
| School Capacity | 432 / 420 (103% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (73%)
3243rd of 13,686
Nationally
278th of 1,353
In East Midlands
16th of 32
In Rushcliffe
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
73%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
75%
'23/24
73%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
246
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
63 families put this school as their 1st choice (26% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Abbey Road Primary School
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Contact Information
Tewkesbury Close, Nottingham
Rushcliffe, NG2 5ND
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