Winthorpe Primary School
92%
Capacity
109
Pupils
3.6x
Demand
About Winthorpe Primary School
Winthorpe Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Newark and Sherwood community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 109 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 118 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Winthorpe Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rob Cook, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5352nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 32 in Newark and Sherwood.
Winthorpe Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 54 applications for 15 places, making it 3.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 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 Winthorpe Primary School include Gymnasium, Art Studios, Library, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Football, Athletics, Dance, as well as clubs including Book Club, Gardening, Coding, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newark and Sherwood, Winthorpe Primary 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 | Thoroughfare Lane, Newark, Newark and Sherwood, NG24 2NN |
| Headteacher | Rob Cook |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 109 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.0% |
| School Capacity | 109 / 118 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Oct 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5352nd of 13,686
Nationally
477th of 1,353
In East Midlands
9th of 32
In Newark and Sherwood
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
20%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
67%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
54
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
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.
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Contact Information
Thoroughfare Lane, Newark
Newark and Sherwood, NG24 2NN
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