Christ Church C of E Primary School
93%
Capacity
195
Pupils
3.5x
Demand
About Christ Church C of E Primary School
Christ Church C of E 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 195 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Christ Church C of E Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lee Harrison, 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 13378th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 30th out of 32 in Newark and Sherwood.
Christ Church C of E Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 106 applications for 30 places, making it 3.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 39 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), 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 Christ Church C of E Primary School include ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Rounders, Dance, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Eco Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.7%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newark and Sherwood, Christ Church C of E 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 | Flaxley Lane, Newark-on-Trent, Newark and Sherwood, NG24 3XB |
| Headteacher | Lee Harrison |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 195 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.7% |
| School Capacity | 195 / 210 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (27%)
13378th of 13,686
Nationally
1312th of 1,353
In East Midlands
30th of 32
In Newark and Sherwood
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
27%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
106
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
39 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Flaxley Lane, Newark-on-Trent
Newark and Sherwood, NG24 3XB
Flaxley Lane, Newark-on-Trent
Newark and Sherwood, NG24 3XB
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