Arnold View Primary School
92%
Capacity
319
Pupils
4.1x
Demand
About Arnold View Primary School
Arnold View 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 319 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 345 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Arnold View Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Caroline Otterburn, it falls under Nottinghamshire 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 8629th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 25th out of 32 in Gedling.
Arnold View Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 142 applications for 35 places, making it 4.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Arnold View Primary School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Forest School, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Tennis, Dance, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Film Club, Choir, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.8%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gedling, Arnold View 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 | Gedling Road, Nottingham, Gedling, NG5 6NW |
| Headteacher | Caroline Otterburn |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 319 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.8% |
| School Capacity | 319 / 345 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (6 Dec 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 30 Apr 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8629th of 13,686
Nationally
806th of 1,353
In East Midlands
25th of 32
In Gedling
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
57%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed35
142
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (23% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Gedling Road, Nottingham
Gedling, NG5 6NW
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