Ravenshead CofE Primary School
91%
Capacity
395
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Ravenshead CofE Primary School
Ravenshead CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Gedling community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 395 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 435 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ravenshead CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Emma Johnson, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5963rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 32 in Gedling.
Ravenshead CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 90 applications for 41 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ravenshead CofE Primary School include Dining Hall, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Library, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Cricket, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Science Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gedling, Ravenshead CofE 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Swinton Rise, Nottingham, Gedling, NG15 9FS |
| Headteacher | Emma Johnson |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 395 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.5% |
| School Capacity | 395 / 435 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 May 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
5963rd of 13,686
Nationally
527th of 1,353
In East Midlands
19th of 32
In Gedling
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
65%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed41
90
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
34 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Swinton Rise, Nottingham
Gedling, NG15 9FS
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