Crabtree Farm Primary School
76%
Capacity
364
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Crabtree Farm Primary School
Crabtree Farm Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Nottingham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 364 pupils on roll, operating at 76% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Crabtree Farm Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher L Haskey, it falls under Nottingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8895th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 44th out of 72 in Nottingham.
Crabtree Farm Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 58 applications for 38 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Crabtree Farm Primary School include Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Tennis, Cricket, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 62.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Nottingham, Crabtree 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Steadfold Close, Bulwell, Nottingham, Nottingham, NG6 8AX |
| Headteacher | L Haskey |
| Local Authority | Nottingham |
| Number of Pupils | 364 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 62.5% |
| School Capacity | 364 / 480 (76% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8895th of 13,686
Nationally
829th of 1,353
In East Midlands
44th of 72
In Nottingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
57%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed38
58
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
38 families put this school as their 1st choice (66% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Steadfold Close, Bulwell, Nottingham
Nottingham, NG6 8AX
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