Melbury Primary School
86%
Capacity
219
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Melbury Primary School
Melbury Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Nottingham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 219 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 254 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Melbury Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Judith Kemplay, it falls under Nottingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7662nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 34th out of 72 in Nottingham.
Melbury Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 31 applications for 15 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 14 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Melbury Primary School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Library, Art Studios, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Dance, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Film Club, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 39.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Nottingham, Melbury 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Melbury Road, Nottingham, Nottingham, NG8 4AU |
| Headteacher | Judith Kemplay |
| Local Authority | Nottingham |
| Number of Pupils | 219 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 39.3% |
| School Capacity | 219 / 254 (86% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Jun 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Apr 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7662nd of 13,686
Nationally
700th of 1,353
In East Midlands
34th of 72
In Nottingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
60%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
31
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
14 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Melbury Road, Nottingham
Nottingham, NG8 4AU
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