Grange Primary School
113%
Capacity
431
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Grange Primary School
Grange Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Erewash community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 431 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (113% of 383 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Grange Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Zoe Buxton, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9226th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 25 in Erewash.
Grange Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 98 applications for 52 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 52 were first-preference applications.
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 Grange Primary School include Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Rounders, Football, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Art Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Erewash, Grange 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 | Station Road, Nottingham, Erewash, NG10 2DU |
| Headteacher | Zoe Buxton |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 431 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 35.3% |
| School Capacity | 431 / 383 (113% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 May 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 May 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Sept 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9226th of 13,686
Nationally
858th of 1,353
In East Midlands
16th of 25
In Erewash
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
56%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed52
98
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
52 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Station Road, Nottingham
Erewash, NG10 2DU
Journey to School
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