High Oakham Primary School
108%
Capacity
464
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About High Oakham Primary School
High Oakham 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 464 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (108% of 428 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated High Oakham Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Stephanie Astle, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8633rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 27 in Mansfield.
High Oakham Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 189 applications for 60 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 65 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, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at High Oakham Primary School include Dining Hall, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Library, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Netball, Swimming, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Science Club, Book Club, Choir, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Mansfield, High Oakham 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 | Nottingham Road, Mansfield, Mansfield, NG18 4SH |
| Headteacher | Stephanie Astle |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 464 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.0% |
| School Capacity | 464 / 428 (108% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (11 May 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 6 Dec 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8633rd of 13,686
Nationally
807th of 1,353
In East Midlands
18th of 27
In Mansfield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
57%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed60
189
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
65 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Nottingham Road, Mansfield
Mansfield, NG18 4SH
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