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Linby Cum Papplewick CofE Primary School

Linby Cum Papplewick CofE Primary School

Gedling, NG15 8GAPrimary School·Ages 5-11
R. Improvementby Ofsted

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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range5 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterChurch of England
AddressQuarry Lane, Nottingham, Gedling, NG15 8GA
HeadteacherRachel Hodge Natasha Murray
Local AuthorityNottinghamshire
Number of Pupils108
Free School Meals (FSM)13.9%
School Capacity108 / 119 (91% full)

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

11 Feb 2020
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Overall Effectiveness

Requires improvement

Declined
Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Requires improvement

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Good

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

Top 10%

86th of 1,353

In East Midlands

Top 10%

2nd of 32

In Gedling

Top 10%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

83%

Expected Standard

17%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 108
Expected:92%
Higher:42%
Writing
Expected:83%
Higher:17%
MathsAvg Score: 107
Expected:83%
Higher:42%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeDeclining -6%

'22/23

89%

'23/24

83%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

Mental HealthSpeech & LanguagePhysicalProfound Learning

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

6
ICT SuiteSports HallMusic RoomsOutdoor PlaygroundGymnasiumChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

9

Sports

CricketSwimmingRoundersFootballDance

Clubs & Activities

Art ClubDramaChoirGardening

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

17

Applications

59

High Demand

Competitive - many more applications than places available

Applications to places ratio3.5x
0x1x2x3x5x+

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.

Class profile

2024/25
Pupils per teacherBelow average
22.5pupils per qualified teacher

Half of schools in England do better than this.

Average class sizeAbove average
24.7pupils per class

Better than half of schools in England.

Lower is generally better — fewer pupils per teacher or per class means more individual attention. Sources: DfE School Workforce Census & Schools, pupils and their characteristics, 2024/25.

Pupils & demographics

2024/25
Free school meals13.9%

Below the national average (25%).

English as additional language2.8%

Below most schools — predominantly English as first language.

Ethnic background

  • White British90.7%
  • Mixed1.9%
  • Asian1.9%
  • White (other)0.9%

Source: DfE Schools, pupils and their characteristics (2024/25). Percentages may not sum to 100% — pupils classified as “unclassified”, “refused” or minor categories are not shown.

Attendance & Behaviour

2024/25
Overall attendanceTop 25% of schools
96.4%

Better than 75% of schools in England.

Persistent absenteesTop 25% of schools
4.3%

Better than 75% of schools in England.

Pupils missing 10% or more of sessions.

Fixed-period suspensionsTop 25% of schools
0.0 per 100

Better than 75% of schools in England.

A pupil temporarily sent home for behaviour.

Permanent exclusionsLike most schools
None

Like most schools in England, no pupils were permanently excluded this year.

Ranks vs all state-funded schools in England. Source: DfE Pupil absence in schools & Suspensions and permanent exclusions.

Catchment & Local Competition

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Schools within 1 mile (reference area)

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4

Total schools

4

Oversubscribed

3

Primary

Medium competition area

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Frequently Asked Questions About Linby Cum Papplewick CofE Primary School

Linby Cum Papplewick CofE Primary School has been rated "Requires Improvement" by Ofsted. This means the school is not yet good, but inspectors believe it can improve with the right support and changes.

Contact Information

01159634282www.linby.snmat.org.uk/

Quarry Lane, Nottingham

Gedling, NG15 8GA

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Quarry Lane, Nottingham

Gedling, NG15 8GA

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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