Our Lady & St Edward Primary & Nursery Catholic Voluntary Academy
91%
Capacity
245
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Our Lady & St Edward Primary & Nursery Catholic Voluntary Academy
Our Lady & St Edward Primary & Nursery Catholic Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Nottingham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 245 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 268 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Our Lady & St Edward Primary & Nursery Catholic Voluntary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rachel Byrne, it falls under Nottingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9878th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 54th out of 72 in Nottingham.
Our Lady & St Edward Primary & Nursery Catholic Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 55 applications for 30 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Our Lady & St Edward Primary & Nursery Catholic Voluntary Academy include Forest School, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cross Country, Netball, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Film Club, Choir, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.3%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Nottingham, Our Lady & St Edward Primary & Nursery Catholic Voluntary Academy 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 | Gordon Road, Nottingham, Nottingham, NG3 2LG |
| Headteacher | Rachel Byrne |
| Local Authority | Nottingham |
| Number of Pupils | 245 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.3% |
| School Capacity | 245 / 268 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
9878th of 13,686
Nationally
942nd of 1,353
In East Midlands
54th of 72
In Nottingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
53%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
55
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
36 families put this school as their 1st choice (65% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Lady & St Edward Primary & Nursery Catholic Voluntary Academy
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Contact Information
Gordon Road, Nottingham
Nottingham, NG3 2LG
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