Radford Primary School Academy
100%
Capacity
210
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Radford Primary School Academy
Radford Primary School Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Nottingham community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 210 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Radford Primary School Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Stephen Ross, it falls under Nottingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5363rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 72 in Nottingham.
Radford Primary School Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 61 applications for 30 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 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 Radford Primary School Academy include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Netball, Dance, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Gardening, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 47.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Nottingham, Radford Primary School 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Denman Street West, Nottingham, Nottingham, NG7 3FL |
| Headteacher | Stephen Ross |
| Local Authority | Nottingham |
| Number of Pupils | 210 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 47.6% |
| School Capacity | 210 / 210 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Jan 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Nov 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5363rd of 13,686
Nationally
478th of 1,353
In East Midlands
21st of 72
In Nottingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
67%
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
5Facilities 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
61
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Radford Primary School Academy
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Contact Information
Denman Street West, Nottingham
Nottingham, NG7 3FL
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