Awsworth Primary and Nursery School
87%
Capacity
274
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Awsworth Primary and Nursery School
Awsworth Primary and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Broxtowe community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 274 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Awsworth Primary and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ben Painter, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9076th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 25 in Broxtowe.
Awsworth Primary and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 45 applications for 31 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Awsworth Primary and Nursery School include Sensory Room, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Swimming, Netball, Cricket, as well as clubs including Book Club, Chess, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Broxtowe, Awsworth Primary and Nursery 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 | The Lane, Nottingham, Broxtowe, NG16 2QS |
| Headteacher | Ben Painter |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 274 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.5% |
| School Capacity | 274 / 315 (87% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Jan 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9076th of 13,686
Nationally
846th of 1,353
In East Midlands
18th of 25
In Broxtowe
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
56%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed31
45
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (64% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
The Lane, Nottingham
Broxtowe, NG16 2QS
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