The Primary School of St Mary and St Martin
130%
Capacity
137
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About The Primary School of St Mary and St Martin
The Primary School of St Mary and St Martin is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Bassetlaw community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 137 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (130% of 105 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated The Primary School of St Mary and St Martin "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Preston, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9604th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 44 in Bassetlaw.
The Primary School of St Mary and St Martin is a popular choice with families — it received 41 applications for 15 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 were first-preference applications.
The Primary School of St Mary and St Martin parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 88% recommending the school (24 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Primary School of St Mary and St Martin include Outdoor Playground, Library, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Gymnastics, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Drama, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bassetlaw, The Primary School of St Mary and St Martin 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 | Retford Road, Worksop, Bassetlaw, S81 8ER |
| Headteacher | Sarah Preston |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 137 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.6% |
| School Capacity | 137 / 105 (130% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Feb 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (25 Feb 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Nov 2010. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9604th of 13,686
Nationally
906th of 1,353
In East Midlands
22nd of 44
In Bassetlaw
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
54%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
24 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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
41
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
20 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Primary School of St Mary and St Martin
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Contact Information
Retford Road, Worksop
Bassetlaw, S81 8ER
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