Wainwright Primary Academy
87%
Capacity
398
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Wainwright Primary Academy
Wainwright Primary Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the Mansfield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 398 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 459 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Wainwright Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Gareth Letton, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 46% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11546th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 27 in Mansfield.
Wainwright Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 101 applications for 43 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 43 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Wainwright Primary Academy include Sports Hall, Library, Music Rooms, Gymnasium.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Tennis, Netball, Rounders, as well as clubs including Film Club, Drama, Chess, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 44.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Mansfield, Wainwright 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 | None |
| Address | Harrop White Road, Mansfield, Mansfield, NG19 6TF |
| Headteacher | Gareth Letton |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 398 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 44.6% |
| School Capacity | 398 / 459 (87% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (46%)
11546th of 13,686
Nationally
1112th of 1,353
In East Midlands
22nd of 27
In Mansfield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
46%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
51%
'23/24
46%
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
4Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed43
101
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
43 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Harrop White Road, Mansfield
Mansfield, NG19 6TF
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