Horsendale Primary School
96%
Capacity
202
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Horsendale Primary School
Horsendale Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Broxtowe community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 202 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Horsendale Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Amanda Smalley, 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 5497th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 25 in Broxtowe.
Horsendale Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 68 applications for 30 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
Horsendale Primary School has very good reviews on SchoolParrot (4.1/5 from 7 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Horsendale Primary School include Dining Hall, Library, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Swimming, Cricket, Football, as well as clubs including Science Club, Gardening, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Broxtowe, Horsendale 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Assarts Road, Nottingham, Broxtowe, NG16 1AP |
| Headteacher | Amanda Smalley |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 202 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.9% |
| School Capacity | 202 / 210 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5497th of 13,686
Nationally
491st of 1,353
In East Midlands
12th of 25
In Broxtowe
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
20%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
68
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Horsendale Primary School
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Contact Information
Assarts Road, Nottingham
Broxtowe, NG16 1AP
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