The Good Shepherd Catholic Primary, Arnold
132%
Capacity
465
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About The Good Shepherd Catholic Primary, Arnold
The Good Shepherd Catholic Primary, Arnold is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Gedling community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 465 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (132% of 351 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Celine Toner, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4765th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 32 in Gedling.
The Good Shepherd Catholic Primary, Arnold is a popular choice with families — it received 138 applications for 60 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 66 were first-preference applications.
The Good Shepherd Catholic Primary, Arnold parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 94% recommending the school (120 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), 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 The Good Shepherd Catholic Primary, Arnold include ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Library, Forest School, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Tennis, Cricket, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Gardening, Drama, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gedling, The Good Shepherd Catholic Primary, Arnold 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Somersby Road, Nottingham, Gedling, NG5 4LT |
| Headteacher | Celine Toner |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 465 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.4% |
| School Capacity | 465 / 351 (132% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Jul 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Sept 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4765th of 13,686
Nationally
423rd of 1,353
In East Midlands
14th of 32
In Gedling
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
69%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
120 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
138
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
66 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Good Shepherd Catholic Primary, Arnold
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Somersby Road, Nottingham
Gedling, NG5 4LT
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