Clarborough Primary School
108%
Capacity
215
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Clarborough Primary School
Clarborough Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bassetlaw community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 215 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (108% of 199 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Clarborough Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Allison Cowell-Clark, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 47% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11412th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 44 in Bassetlaw.
Clarborough Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 59 applications for 27 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Clarborough Primary School include Art Studios, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Swimming, Netball, Rounders, as well as clubs including Science Club, Gardening, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bassetlaw, Clarborough 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Hillview Crescent, Retford, Bassetlaw, DN22 9JZ |
| Headteacher | Allison Cowell-Clark |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 215 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.1% |
| School Capacity | 215 / 199 (108% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jan 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Jan 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jan 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11412th of 13,686
Nationally
1095th of 1,353
In East Midlands
31st of 44
In Bassetlaw
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
47%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
47%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed27
59
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hillview Crescent, Retford
Bassetlaw, DN22 9JZ
Journey to School
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