Carrington Primary and Nursery School
107%
Capacity
224
Pupils
3.6x
Demand
About Carrington Primary and Nursery School
Carrington Primary and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Nottingham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 224 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (107% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Carrington Primary and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jimmy Digges, it falls under Nottingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6905th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 29th out of 72 in Nottingham.
Carrington Primary and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 109 applications for 30 places, making it 3.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Carrington Primary and Nursery School include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Library, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Cricket, Gymnastics, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Science Club, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Nottingham, Carrington 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 | Jenner Street, Jenner St, Nottingham, Nottingham, NG5 2BF |
| Headteacher | Jimmy Digges |
| Local Authority | Nottingham |
| Number of Pupils | 224 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.0% |
| School Capacity | 224 / 210 (107% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6905th of 13,686
Nationally
622nd of 1,353
In East Midlands
29th of 72
In Nottingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
63%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
109
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
30 families put this school as their 1st choice (28% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Jenner Street, Jenner St, Nottingham
Nottingham, NG5 2BF
Journey to School
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