Carr Hill Primary and Nursery School
65%
Capacity
333
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Carr Hill Primary and Nursery School
Carr Hill Primary and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bassetlaw community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 333 pupils on roll, operating at 65% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Carr Hill Primary and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Doug Campbell, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 27% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13384th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 43rd out of 44 in Bassetlaw.
Carr Hill Primary and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 42 applications for 16 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Carr Hill Primary and Nursery School include Library, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Gymnastics, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Coding, Book Club, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 41.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bassetlaw, Carr Hill 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 | Tiln Lane, Carr Hill Primary School, Retford, Bassetlaw, DN22 6SW |
| Headteacher | Doug Campbell |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 333 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 41.7% |
| School Capacity | 333 / 510 (65% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Apr 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Jun 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (27%)
13384th of 13,686
Nationally
1313th of 1,353
In East Midlands
43rd of 44
In Bassetlaw
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
27%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
49%
'23/24
27%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed16
42
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Tiln Lane, Carr Hill Primary School, Retford
Bassetlaw, DN22 6SW
Tiln Lane, Carr Hill Primary School, Retford
Bassetlaw, DN22 6SW
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