Heatherley Primary School
105%
Capacity
330
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Heatherley Primary School
Heatherley Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Mansfield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 330 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (105% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Heatherley Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah James, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5409th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 27 in Mansfield.
Heatherley Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 125 applications for 42 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 40 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Heatherley Primary School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Forest School, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Netball, as well as clubs including Chess, Book Club, Science Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.4%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Mansfield, Heatherley 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 | Heatherley Drive, Mansfield, Mansfield, NG19 0PY |
| Headteacher | Sarah James |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 330 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.4% |
| School Capacity | 330 / 315 (105% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 11 Jan 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5409th of 13,686
Nationally
486th of 1,353
In East Midlands
7th of 27
In Mansfield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
67%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed42
125
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
40 families put this school as their 1st choice (32% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Heatherley Primary School
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Contact Information
Heatherley Drive, Mansfield
Mansfield, NG19 0PY
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