Ambleside Primary School
100%
Capacity
633
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Ambleside Primary School
Ambleside Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Nottingham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 633 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 630 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ambleside Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Amy Johnson, it falls under Nottingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8647th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 42nd out of 72 in Nottingham.
Ambleside Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 76 applications for 48 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 48 were first-preference applications.
Ambleside Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 76% recommending the school (21 responses).
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 Ambleside Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Library, Forest School, Gymnasium.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Gymnastics, Cross Country, Football, as well as clubs including Chess, Coding, Art Club, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 48.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Nottingham, Ambleside 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 | None |
| Address | Minver Crescent, Nottingham, Nottingham, NG8 5PN |
| Headteacher | Amy Johnson |
| Local Authority | Nottingham |
| Number of Pupils | 633 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 48.4% |
| School Capacity | 633 / 630 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Mar 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 May 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8647th of 13,686
Nationally
809th of 1,353
In East Midlands
42nd of 72
In Nottingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
46%
'23/24
57%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
21 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
4Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed48
76
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
48 families put this school as their 1st choice (63% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ambleside Primary School
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Contact Information
Minver Crescent, Nottingham
Nottingham, NG8 5PN
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