Costock CofE Primary School
83%
Capacity
87
Pupils
6.3x
Demand
About Costock CofE Primary School
Costock CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Rushcliffe community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 87 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated Costock CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jane Elizabeth Mellor, 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 3905th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 32 in Rushcliffe.
Costock CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 50 applications for 8 places, making it 6.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 8 were first-preference applications.
Costock CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 98% recommending the school (42 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Visual Impairment. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Costock CofE Primary School include Sensory Room, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Dance, Football, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Chess, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rushcliffe, Costock 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Main Street, Loughborough, Rushcliffe, LE12 6XD |
| Headteacher | Jane Elizabeth Mellor |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 87 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.6% |
| School Capacity | 87 / 105 (83% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3905th of 13,686
Nationally
349th of 1,353
In East Midlands
18th of 32
In Rushcliffe
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
29%
Higher Standard
'22/23
79%
'23/24
71%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
42 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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed8
50
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
8 families put this school as their 1st choice (16% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Costock CofE Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Main Street, Loughborough
Rushcliffe, LE12 6XD
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