Old Basford School
111%
Capacity
468
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Old Basford School
Old Basford School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Nottingham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 468 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (111% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Old Basford School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Laura Duffin, it falls under Nottingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7329th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 32nd out of 72 in Nottingham.
Old Basford School is a popular choice with families — it received 94 applications for 50 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 50 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Old Basford School include ICT Suite, Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Football, Cricket, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Film Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.8%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Nottingham, Old Basford 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 | Percy Street, Nottingham, Nottingham, NG6 0GF |
| Headteacher | Laura Duffin |
| Local Authority | Nottingham |
| Number of Pupils | 468 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.8% |
| School Capacity | 468 / 420 (111% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7329th of 13,686
Nationally
663rd of 1,353
In East Midlands
32nd of 72
In Nottingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
47%
'23/24
61%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed50
94
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
50 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Percy Street, Nottingham
Nottingham, NG6 0GF
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