Morven Park Primary and Nursery School
110%
Capacity
460
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Morven Park Primary and Nursery School
Morven Park Primary and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Ashfield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 460 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (110% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Morven Park Primary and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mark Watson, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4277th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 30 in Ashfield.
Morven Park Primary and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 83 applications for 47 places, making it 1.8x 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 Morven Park Primary and Nursery School include Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Athletics, Netball, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Eco Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 42.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Ashfield, Morven Park Primary and Nursery 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 | School Street, Nottingham, Ashfield, NG17 7BT |
| Headteacher | Mark Watson |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 460 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 42.5% |
| School Capacity | 460 / 420 (110% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (15 Jun 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Nov 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4277th of 13,686
Nationally
380th of 1,353
In East Midlands
9th of 30
In Ashfield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
70%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed47
83
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
47 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
School Street, Nottingham
Ashfield, NG17 7BT
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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