Kingsway Primary School
73%
Capacity
270
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Kingsway Primary School
Kingsway Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Ashfield community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 270 pupils on roll, operating at 73% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Kingsway Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher S Bradbury, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
Kingsway Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 72 applications for 24 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 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 Kingsway Primary School include Forest School, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Library, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Cricket, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Choir, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 40.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Ashfield, Kingsway 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 | Kingsway, Nottingham, Ashfield, NG17 7FH |
| Headteacher | S Bradbury |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 270 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 40.7% |
| School Capacity | 270 / 370 (73% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Jan 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
72
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
24 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
Kingsway, Nottingham
Ashfield, NG17 7FH
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