Greythorn Primary School
97%
Capacity
305
Pupils
4.5x
Demand
About Greythorn Primary School
Greythorn Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Rushcliffe community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 305 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 315 places).
Ofsted has rated Greythorn Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Tae Carpenter, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5804th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 32 in Rushcliffe.
Greythorn Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 203 applications for 45 places, making it 4.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 52 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 Greythorn Primary School include Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Library, Forest School, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Athletics, Dance, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Science Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rushcliffe, Greythorn 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Greythorn Drive, Nottingham, Rushcliffe, NG2 7GH |
| Headteacher | Tae Carpenter |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 305 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.5% |
| School Capacity | 305 / 315 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (28 Mar 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Sept 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5804th of 13,686
Nationally
515th of 1,353
In East Midlands
23rd of 32
In Rushcliffe
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
66%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
203
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
52 families put this school as their 1st choice (26% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Greythorn Drive, Nottingham
Rushcliffe, NG2 7GH
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