Asquith Primary School
96%
Capacity
302
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Asquith Primary School
Asquith Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Mansfield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 302 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Asquith Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Susan Graham, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8257th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 27 in Mansfield.
Asquith Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 53 applications for 27 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 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 Asquith Primary School include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Rounders, Dance, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Eco Club, Film Club, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 46.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Mansfield, Asquith 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 | Asquith Street, Asquith Primary School, Mansfield, Mansfield, NG18 3DG |
| Headteacher | Susan Graham |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 302 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 46.6% |
| School Capacity | 302 / 315 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Jun 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8257th of 13,686
Nationally
765th of 1,353
In East Midlands
17th of 27
In Mansfield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
44%
'23/24
59%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
53
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Asquith Street, Asquith Primary School, Mansfield
Mansfield, NG18 3DG
Asquith Street, Asquith Primary School, Mansfield
Mansfield, NG18 3DG
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