Bulwell St Mary's Primary and Nursery School
109%
Capacity
229
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Bulwell St Mary's Primary and Nursery School
Bulwell St Mary's Primary and Nursery School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Nottingham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 229 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (109% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Bulwell St Mary's Primary and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Julia Burge, it falls under Nottingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 43% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12119th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 68th out of 72 in Nottingham.
Bulwell St Mary's Primary and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 57 applications for 27 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
Bulwell St Mary's Primary and Nursery School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.5/5 from 1 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 74% recommending the school (23 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bulwell St Mary's Primary and Nursery School include Library, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Netball, Athletics, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 51.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Nottingham, Bulwell St Mary's 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Ragdale Road, Nottingham, Nottingham, NG6 8GQ |
| Headteacher | Julia Burge |
| Local Authority | Nottingham |
| Number of Pupils | 229 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 51.6% |
| School Capacity | 229 / 210 (109% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Oct 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (9 Oct 2024): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 12 Feb 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (43%)
12119th of 13,686
Nationally
1177th of 1,353
In East Midlands
68th of 72
In Nottingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
43%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
43%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
23 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
57
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bulwell St Mary's Primary and Nursery School
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Contact Information
Ragdale Road, Nottingham
Nottingham, NG6 8GQ
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