Our Lady of Perpetual Succour Catholic Primary School
113%
Capacity
238
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Our Lady of Perpetual Succour Catholic Primary School
Our Lady of Perpetual Succour Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Nottingham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 238 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (113% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Our Lady of Perpetual Succour Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Fiona Wadsley, it falls under Nottingham 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 4264th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 72 in Nottingham.
Our Lady of Perpetual Succour Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 71 applications for 30 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 were first-preference applications.
Our Lady of Perpetual Succour Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 92% recommending the school (37 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Our Lady of Perpetual Succour Catholic Primary School include Library, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Forest School, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Athletics, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Science Club, Drama, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.7%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Nottingham, Our Lady of Perpetual Succour Catholic 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Piccadilly, Nottingham, Nottingham, NG6 9FN |
| Headteacher | Fiona Wadsley |
| Local Authority | Nottingham |
| Number of Pupils | 238 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.7% |
| School Capacity | 238 / 210 (113% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Oct 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (9 Oct 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Apr 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4264th of 13,686
Nationally
379th of 1,353
In East Midlands
18th of 72
In Nottingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
70%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
37 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
71
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Lady of Perpetual Succour Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Piccadilly, Nottingham
Nottingham, NG6 9FN
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