Coppice Farm Primary School
90%
Capacity
189
Pupils
3.5x
Demand
About Coppice Farm Primary School
Coppice Farm Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Gedling community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 189 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Coppice Farm Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Donna Quarless-McGee, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3773rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 32 in Gedling.
Coppice Farm Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 76 applications for 22 places, making it 3.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 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, Severe Learning Difficulty and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Coppice Farm Primary School include Dining Hall, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Gymnastics, Athletics, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Gardening, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gedling, Coppice Farm 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Laver Close, Nottingham, Gedling, NG5 7LS |
| Headteacher | Donna Quarless-McGee |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 189 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.9% |
| School Capacity | 189 / 210 (90% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Jun 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Jan 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3773rd of 13,686
Nationally
334th of 1,353
In East Midlands
11th of 32
In Gedling
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
71%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
76
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Laver Close, Nottingham
Gedling, NG5 7LS
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