Pierrepont Gamston Primary School
97%
Capacity
306
Pupils
3.8x
Demand
About Pierrepont Gamston Primary School
Pierrepont Gamston Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Rushcliffe community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 306 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 315 places).
Ofsted has rated Pierrepont Gamston Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Claire Bills, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 85% 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 768th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 32 in Rushcliffe.
Pierrepont Gamston Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 146 applications for 38 places, making it 3.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Pierrepont Gamston Primary School include Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Tennis, Gymnastics, Athletics, as well as clubs including Science Club, Chess, Coding, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rushcliffe, Pierrepont Gamston 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Coledale, Nottingham, Rushcliffe, NG2 6TH |
| Headteacher | Claire Bills |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 306 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.4% |
| School Capacity | 306 / 315 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (25 May 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 19 Jul 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (85%)
768th of 13,686
Nationally
69th of 1,353
In East Midlands
2nd of 32
In Rushcliffe
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
85%
Expected Standard
17%
Higher Standard
'22/23
90%
'23/24
85%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed38
146
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
38 families put this school as their 1st choice (26% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pierrepont Gamston Primary School
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Contact Information
Coledale, Nottingham
Rushcliffe, NG2 6TH
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