Southwold Primary School and Early Years' Centre
103%
Capacity
217
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Southwold Primary School and Early Years' Centre
Southwold Primary School and Early Years' Centre is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Nottingham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 217 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Southwold Primary School and Early Years' Centre "Good", the school is led by headteacher Yolanda Salmeron, it falls under Nottingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 44% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11896th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 66th out of 72 in Nottingham.
Southwold Primary School and Early Years' Centre is a popular choice with families — it received 41 applications for 18 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
Southwold Primary School and Early Years' Centre parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 91% recommending the school (11 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Southwold Primary School and Early Years' Centre include Library, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Tennis, Dance, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Science Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 37.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Nottingham, Southwold Primary School and Early Years' Centre 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 | Kennington Road, Nottingham, Nottingham, NG8 1QD |
| Headteacher | Yolanda Salmeron |
| Local Authority | Nottingham |
| Number of Pupils | 217 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 37.2% |
| School Capacity | 217 / 210 (103% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Nov 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (44%)
11896th of 13,686
Nationally
1152nd of 1,353
In East Midlands
66th of 72
In Nottingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
44%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
40%
'23/24
44%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
11 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed18
41
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Southwold Primary School and Early Years' Centre
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Contact Information
Kennington Road, Nottingham
Nottingham, NG8 1QD
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