Rampton Primary School
79%
Capacity
83
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Rampton Primary School
Rampton Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bassetlaw community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 83 pupils on roll, operating at 79% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Rampton Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kelly Burchell, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 47% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11413th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 32nd out of 44 in Bassetlaw.
Rampton Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 16 applications for 6 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 5 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Rampton Primary School include Library, Forest School, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Cricket, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Science Club, Chess, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.6%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bassetlaw, Rampton 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Retford Road, Retford, Bassetlaw, DN22 0JB |
| Headteacher | Kelly Burchell |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 83 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.6% |
| School Capacity | 83 / 105 (79% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Feb 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (1 Feb 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Dec 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11413th of 13,686
Nationally
1096th of 1,353
In East Midlands
32nd of 44
In Bassetlaw
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
47%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'23/24
47%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed6
16
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
5 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Retford Road, Retford
Bassetlaw, DN22 0JB
Journey to School
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