English Martyrs' Catholic Voluntary Academy
91%
Capacity
246
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About English Martyrs' Catholic Voluntary Academy
English Martyrs' Catholic Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Erewash community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 246 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 270 places).
Ofsted has rated English Martyrs' Catholic Voluntary Academy "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Gemma Ellis, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7567th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 25 in Erewash.
English Martyrs' Catholic Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 27 applications for 16 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.
English Martyrs' Catholic Voluntary Academy has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.3/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 10 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 7 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at English Martyrs' Catholic Voluntary Academy include Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Rounders, Netball, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Choir, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Erewash, English Martyrs' Catholic Voluntary Academy 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Bracken Road, Nottingham, Erewash, NG10 4DA |
| Headteacher | Gemma Ellis |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 246 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.1% |
| School Capacity | 246 / 270 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7567th of 13,686
Nationally
694th of 1,353
In East Midlands
15th of 25
In Erewash
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
15%
Higher Standard
'22/23
72%
'23/24
61%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed16
27
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (59% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Bracken Road, Nottingham
Erewash, NG10 4DA
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