Church Vale Primary School and Foundation Unit
93%
Capacity
220
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Church Vale Primary School and Foundation Unit
Church Vale Primary School and Foundation Unit is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Mansfield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 220 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 236 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Church Vale Primary School and Foundation Unit "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jo Yardley, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 36% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12871st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 25th out of 27 in Mansfield.
Church Vale Primary School and Foundation Unit 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.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Church Vale Primary School and Foundation Unit include Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Forest School, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Eco Club, Choir, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 41.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Mansfield, Church Vale Primary School and Foundation Unit 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 | Laurel Avenue, Mansfield, Mansfield, NG20 0TE |
| Headteacher | Jo Yardley |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 220 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 41.2% |
| School Capacity | 220 / 236 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (16 Nov 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 25 Mar 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (36%)
12871st of 13,686
Nationally
1252nd of 1,353
In East Midlands
25th of 27
In Mansfield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
36%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
37%
'23/24
36%
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
11Sports
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.
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Contact Information
Laurel Avenue, Mansfield
Mansfield, NG20 0TE
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