King Edward Primary School & Nursery
95%
Capacity
426
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About King Edward Primary School & Nursery
King Edward Primary School & Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Mansfield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 426 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 450 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated King Edward Primary School & Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Emma Estell, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
King Edward Primary School & Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 113 applications for 46 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 46 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 King Edward Primary School & Nursery include Forest School, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Netball, Cross Country, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Art Club, Science Club, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 31.2%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Mansfield, King Edward Primary School & Nursery 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 | St Andrew Street, Mansfield, Mansfield, NG18 2RG |
| Headteacher | Emma Estell |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 426 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 31.2% |
| School Capacity | 426 / 450 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed46
113
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
46 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
St Andrew Street, Mansfield
Mansfield, NG18 2RG
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