St John's CofE Primary School
88%
Capacity
92
Pupils
5.6x
Demand
About St John's CofE Primary School
St John's CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Broxtowe community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 92 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated St John's CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Matthew Downes, it falls under Nottinghamshire 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 5415th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 25 in Broxtowe.
St John's CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 50 applications for 9 places, making it 5.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 8 were first-preference applications.
St John's CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (15 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St John's CofE Primary School include Sensory Room, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Library, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Dance, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Gardening, Eco Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.3%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Broxtowe, St John's 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | 80 Nottingham Road, Nottingham, Broxtowe, NG9 8AQ |
| Headteacher | Matthew Downes |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 92 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.3% |
| School Capacity | 92 / 105 (88% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5415th of 13,686
Nationally
488th of 1,353
In East Midlands
11th of 25
In Broxtowe
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
67%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
15 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed9
50
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
8 families put this school as their 1st choice (16% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St John's CofE Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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Contact Information
80 Nottingham Road, Nottingham
Broxtowe, NG9 8AQ
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