The Priory Catholic Voluntary Academy
93%
Capacity
195
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About The Priory Catholic Voluntary Academy
The Priory Catholic Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Catholic primary school serving the Broxtowe community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 195 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated The Priory Catholic Voluntary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Andrew Gotheridge, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10192nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 25 in Broxtowe.
The Priory Catholic Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 41 applications for 24 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
The Priory Catholic Voluntary Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 81% recommending the school (62 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Priory Catholic Voluntary Academy include Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Tennis, Football, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Science Club, Book Club, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Broxtowe, The Priory Catholic Voluntary 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Catholic |
| Address | Raglan Street, Eastwood, Nottingham, Broxtowe, NG16 3GT |
| Headteacher | Andrew Gotheridge |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 195 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.8% |
| School Capacity | 195 / 210 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Jan 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (52%)
10192nd of 13,686
Nationally
969th of 1,353
In East Midlands
21st of 25
In Broxtowe
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
52%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'23/24
52%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
62 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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
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 The Priory Catholic Voluntary Academy
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Contact Information
Raglan Street, Eastwood, Nottingham
Broxtowe, NG16 3GT
Raglan Street, Eastwood, Nottingham
Broxtowe, NG16 3GT
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