Walter Halls Primary and Early Years School
94%
Capacity
431
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Walter Halls Primary and Early Years School
Walter Halls Primary and Early Years School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Nottingham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 431 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 459 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Walter Halls Primary and Early Years School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Emma Beardah, it falls under Nottingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7729th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 35th out of 72 in Nottingham.
Walter Halls Primary and Early Years School is a popular choice with families — it received 68 applications for 45 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 43 were first-preference applications.
Walter Halls Primary and Early Years School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 84% recommending the school (38 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 Walter Halls Primary and Early Years School include Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Library, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Tennis, Gymnastics, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Film Club, Book Club, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.3%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Nottingham, Walter Halls Primary and Early Years School 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Querneby Road, Nottingham, Nottingham, NG3 5HS |
| Headteacher | Emma Beardah |
| Local Authority | Nottingham |
| Number of Pupils | 431 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.3% |
| School Capacity | 431 / 459 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Nov 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (21 Nov 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Mar 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7729th of 13,686
Nationally
707th of 1,353
In East Midlands
35th of 72
In Nottingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
60%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
38 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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed45
68
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
43 families put this school as their 1st choice (63% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Querneby Road, Nottingham
Nottingham, NG3 5HS
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