The King's Church of England Primary Academy
77%
Capacity
243
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About The King's Church of England Primary Academy
The King's Church of England Primary Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Newark and Sherwood community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 243 pupils on roll, operating at 77% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated The King's Church of England Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Clarke, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 32% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13189th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 29th out of 32 in Newark and Sherwood.
The King's Church of England Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 55 applications for 22 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The King's Church of England Primary Academy include Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Athletics, Tennis, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Choir, Book Club, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 44.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newark and Sherwood, The King's Church of England Primary Academy 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 | Holden Crescent, Newark, Newark and Sherwood, NG24 4HU |
| Headteacher | Sarah Clarke |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 243 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 44.8% |
| School Capacity | 243 / 315 (77% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (32%)
13189th of 13,686
Nationally
1296th of 1,353
In East Midlands
29th of 32
In Newark and Sherwood
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
32%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
44%
'23/24
32%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
55
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
17 families put this school as their 1st choice (31% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The King's Church of England Primary Academy
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Contact Information
Holden Crescent, Newark
Newark and Sherwood, NG24 4HU
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