Holly Primary School
110%
Capacity
308
Pupils
3.6x
Demand
About Holly Primary School
Holly 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 308 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (110% of 280 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Holly Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Duncan White, 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 5373rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 27 in Mansfield.
Holly Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 144 applications for 40 places, making it 3.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 43 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Holly Primary School include Sensory Room, Library, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Netball, Football, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Mansfield, Holly 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 | Holly Drive, Mansfield, Mansfield, NG19 0NT |
| Headteacher | Duncan White |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 308 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.1% |
| School Capacity | 308 / 280 (110% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Jul 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 7 Jul 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5373rd of 13,686
Nationally
481st of 1,353
In East Midlands
6th 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
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed40
144
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
43 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Holly Primary School
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Contact Information
Holly Drive, Mansfield
Mansfield, NG19 0NT
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