John Blow Primary School
89%
Capacity
186
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About John Blow Primary School
John Blow Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Newark and Sherwood community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 186 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated John Blow Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ben Carver, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 100% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 50th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 32 in Newark and Sherwood.
John Blow Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 41 applications for 29 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at John Blow Primary School include Art Studios, ICT Suite, Library, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Forest School, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Netball, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Eco Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newark and Sherwood, John Blow 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Snowdon Road, Newark, Newark and Sherwood, NG23 7PT |
| Headteacher | Ben Carver |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 186 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.9% |
| School Capacity | 186 / 210 (89% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (100%)
50th of 13,686
Nationally
8th of 1,353
In East Midlands
1st of 32
In Newark and Sherwood
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
100%
Expected Standard
21%
Higher Standard
'22/23
83%
'23/24
100%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
41
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
30 families put this school as their 1st choice (73% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Snowdon Road, Newark
Newark and Sherwood, NG23 7PT
Journey to School
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