Intake Farm Primary School
108%
Capacity
227
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Intake Farm Primary School
Intake Farm 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 227 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (108% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Intake Farm Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Cox, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6776th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 27 in Mansfield.
Intake Farm Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 61 applications for 20 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 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 Intake Farm Primary School include Library, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Tennis, Rounders, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Eco Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 33.0%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Mansfield, Intake Farm 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 | Armstrong Road, Mansfield, Mansfield, NG19 6JA |
| Headteacher | Helen Cox |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 227 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 33.0% |
| School Capacity | 227 / 210 (108% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (28 Jun 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Feb 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6776th of 13,686
Nationally
610th of 1,353
In East Midlands
12th of 27
In Mansfield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
43%
'23/24
63%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
61
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
20 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Armstrong Road, Mansfield
Mansfield, NG19 6JA
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