Linby Cum Papplewick CofE Primary School
91%
Capacity
108
Pupils
3.5x
Demand
About Linby Cum Papplewick CofE Primary School
Linby Cum Papplewick CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Gedling community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 108 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 119 places).
Ofsted has rated Linby Cum Papplewick CofE Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Rachel Hodge Natasha Murray, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 83% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1078th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 32 in Gedling.
Linby Cum Papplewick CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 59 applications for 17 places, making it 3.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Linby Cum Papplewick CofE Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Swimming, Rounders, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Choir, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gedling, Linby Cum Papplewick CofE 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Quarry Lane, Nottingham, Gedling, NG15 8GA |
| Headteacher | Rachel Hodge Natasha Murray |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 108 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.9% |
| School Capacity | 108 / 119 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Feb 2020Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Mar 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (83%)
1078th of 13,686
Nationally
86th of 1,353
In East Midlands
2nd of 32
In Gedling
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
83%
Expected Standard
17%
Higher Standard
'22/23
89%
'23/24
83%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed17
59
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
17 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Linby Cum Papplewick CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Quarry Lane, Nottingham
Gedling, NG15 8GA
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