North Wheatley Church of England Primary School
102%
Capacity
132
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About North Wheatley Church of England Primary School
North Wheatley Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Bassetlaw community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 132 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 130 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated North Wheatley Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alison Richardson, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 82% 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 1218th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 44 in Bassetlaw.
North Wheatley Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 27 applications for 9 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 9 were first-preference applications.
North Wheatley Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 79% recommending the school (38 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at North Wheatley Church of England Primary School include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Library, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Swimming, Cross Country, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Science Club, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bassetlaw, North Wheatley Church of England 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Sturton Road, North Wheatley C of E Primary, Retford, Bassetlaw, DN22 9DH |
| Headteacher | Alison Richardson |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 132 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.5% |
| School Capacity | 132 / 130 (102% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (82%)
1218th of 13,686
Nationally
99th of 1,353
In East Midlands
4th of 44
In Bassetlaw
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
82%
Expected Standard
24%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
82%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
38 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed9
27
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
9 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About North Wheatley Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Sturton Road, North Wheatley C of E Primary, Retford
Bassetlaw, DN22 9DH
Sturton Road, North Wheatley C of E Primary, Retford
Bassetlaw, DN22 9DH
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