Caunton Dean Hole CofE Primary School
41%
Capacity
24
Pupils
7.0x
Demand
About Caunton Dean Hole CofE Primary School
Caunton Dean Hole CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Newark and Sherwood community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 24 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (41% of 58 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Caunton Dean Hole CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alan Brown, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 33% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13091st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 27th out of 32 in Newark and Sherwood.
Caunton Dean Hole CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 7 applications for 1 places, making it 7.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 1 were first-preference applications.
Caunton Dean Hole CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 63% recommending the school (19 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Caunton Dean Hole CofE Primary School include Art Studios, Library, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Tennis, Swimming, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Gardening, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.7%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newark and Sherwood, Caunton Dean Hole CofE 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Manor Road, Newark, Newark and Sherwood, NG23 6AD |
| Headteacher | Alan Brown |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 24 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.7% |
| School Capacity | 24 / 58 (41% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Source: Ofsted, 30 Jun 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (33%)
13091st of 13,686
Nationally
1284th of 1,353
In East Midlands
27th of 32
In Newark and Sherwood
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
33%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
19 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed1
7
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
1 families put this school as their 1st choice (14% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Manor Road, Newark
Newark and Sherwood, NG23 6AD
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