Lady Bay Primary School
95%
Capacity
397
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Lady Bay Primary School
Lady Bay Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Rushcliffe community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 397 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Lady Bay Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Steve Border, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2112th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 32 in Rushcliffe.
Lady Bay Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 129 applications for 49 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 47 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 Lady Bay Primary School include Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Forest School, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Football, Rounders, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Eco Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rushcliffe, Lady Bay 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 | Trent Boulevard, Nottingham, Rushcliffe, NG2 5BD |
| Headteacher | Steve Border |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 397 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.1% |
| School Capacity | 397 / 420 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (9 Nov 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 23 Nov 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2112th of 13,686
Nationally
180th of 1,353
In East Midlands
9th of 32
In Rushcliffe
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
15%
Higher Standard
'22/23
80%
'23/24
77%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed49
129
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
47 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Trent Boulevard, Nottingham
Rushcliffe, NG2 5BD
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