Gamston St Peter's CofE Primary School
101%
Capacity
106
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About Gamston St Peter's CofE Primary School
Gamston St Peter's CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Bassetlaw community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 106 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 105 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Gamston St Peter's CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Chris Edwards, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 88% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 480th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 44 in Bassetlaw.
Gamston St Peter's CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 47 applications for 14 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 13 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Gamston St Peter's CofE Primary School include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Gymnastics, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Coding, Drama, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bassetlaw, Gamston St Peter's 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Stanboard Lane, Gamston, Retford, Bassetlaw, DN22 0PE |
| Headteacher | Chris Edwards |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 106 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.3% |
| School Capacity | 106 / 105 (101% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (88%)
480th of 13,686
Nationally
41st of 1,353
In East Midlands
2nd of 44
In Bassetlaw
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
88%
Expected Standard
24%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
88%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed14
47
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
13 families put this school as their 1st choice (28% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Stanboard Lane, Gamston, Retford
Bassetlaw, DN22 0PE
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