Rufford Primary and Nursery School
90%
Capacity
423
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Rufford Primary and Nursery School
Rufford Primary and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Nottingham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 423 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 472 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Rufford Primary and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sally Maddison, 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 10073rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 55th out of 72 in Nottingham.
Rufford Primary and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 69 applications for 52 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 52 were first-preference applications.
Rufford Primary and Nursery School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.4/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Rufford Primary and Nursery School include Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Library, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Cricket, Swimming, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Eco Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 51.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Nottingham, Rufford Primary and Nursery 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Hoewood Road, Bulwell, Nottingham, NG6 8LE |
| Headteacher | Sally Maddison |
| Local Authority | Nottingham |
| Number of Pupils | 423 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 51.8% |
| School Capacity | 423 / 472 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Jan 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (25 Jan 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Jun 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
10073rd of 13,686
Nationally
960th of 1,353
In East Midlands
55th 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
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed52
69
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
52 families put this school as their 1st choice (75% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hoewood Road, Bulwell
Nottingham, NG6 8LE
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