SchoolScoresColwick St John the Baptist CofE Primary Academy
Academy · Primary, ages 4 to 11 · Mixed · Church of England
Part of ARCHWAY LEARNING TRUST
Vale Road, Colwick, Nottingham, NG4 2ED
0115 911 5599 · School website · Map and directions
Ofsted inspection
Ofsted rated this school Good at the inspection that started on 12 May 2015. This inspection was of the school before it changed to its current form (for example, before becoming an academy).
This inspection used Ofsted's older format with four grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires improvement and Inadequate. Newer inspections use report cards. What changed.
| Area | Grade |
|---|---|
| Quality of education | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years | Good |
Since then, a shorter ungraded inspection on 1 May 2024: Ofsted found the school was still Good.
Read the full Ofsted reports for this school
Source: Ofsted state-funded schools inspection data.
What parents say
40 parents answered Ofsted's Parent View survey between 2 April 2024 and 7 April 2025.
Nottingham (Nottinghamshire) comparisons use the 60 of its 134 state primary schools with comparable results. The other 74 have no published Parent View results (Ofsted only publishes a survey once at least 10 parents answer) or used Ofsted's newer questions, which we don't compare with the older ones.
| Statement | This school | Nottingham (Nottinghamshire) | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| My child is happy at this school Joint 30th highest of 60 state primary schools with comparable Parent View results in Nottingham (Nottinghamshire). Higher than 47% of 8,868 state primary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 95% | 94% | 89% |
| My child feels safe at this school Joint 38th highest of 60 state primary schools with comparable Parent View results in Nottingham (Nottinghamshire). Higher than 34% of 8,868 state primary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 93% | 94% | 90% |
| The school makes sure pupils are well behaved Joint 53rd highest of 60 state primary schools with comparable Parent View results in Nottingham (Nottinghamshire). Higher than 16% of 8,868 state primary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 78% | 89% | 84% |
| Bullying was dealt with quickly and effectivelyOf 18 parents whose child had been bullied 16th highest of 48 state primary schools with comparable Parent View results in Nottingham (Nottinghamshire). Higher than 65% of 6,022 state primary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 61% | 57% | 51% |
| Concerns were dealt with properlyOf 34 parents who had raised a concern Joint 45th highest of 58 state primary schools with comparable Parent View results in Nottingham (Nottinghamshire). Higher than 26% of 8,398 state primary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 74% | 82% | 76% |
| I would recommend this school to another parent 55th highest of 60 state primary schools with comparable Parent View results in Nottingham (Nottinghamshire). Higher than 13% of 8,868 state primary schools with comparable Parent View results in England. | 75%said yes | 89% | 84% |
Parents choose whether to take part, so these answers may not represent all families. Figures are the share who agree or strongly agree. England figures are all parents answering the same questions over the same period, for state-funded schools. Nottingham (Nottinghamshire) figures pool parents at the Nottingham (Nottinghamshire) schools compared, from each school's latest survey, so survey dates differ between schools. The scales run from lower (left) to higher (right) agreement, and the dot marks this school among state schools of the same phase that used the same survey questions. The third it falls in is coloured: green for the top third, amber the middle, red the bottom. This survey used Ofsted's previous Parent View questions, which changed in November 2025. Source: Ofsted Parent View management information.
Results
Key stage 2 (SATs, age 11), 2024/25
29 pupils in this year group.
These results were published under the school's previous registration (URN 122787), before it changed to its current form.
66% — 2 points above the Nottinghamshire average, and 4 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | Nottinghamshire | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths | 66% | 64% | 62% |
| Reached the higher standard in reading, writing and maths | 7% | 7% | 8% |
| Met the expected standard in reading | 76% | 76% | 75% |
| Met the expected standard in writing | 86% | 73% | 72% |
| Met the expected standard in maths | 97% | 76% | 74% |
| Average reading scoreScaled score from 80 to 120; 100 is the expected standard. | 106 | 105 | 106 |
| Average maths scoreScaled score from 80 to 120; 100 is the expected standard. | 107 | 105 | 105 |
Source: DfE key stage 2 performance tables, 2024/25. England figures are for state-funded schools.
Admissions
Apply through the council where you live, even if the school is in a different council area. This school is in Nottinghamshire. The national closing date for primary applications is 15 January, and offers are sent on 16 April.
How hard is it to get in?
For the September 2026 intake there were about one first-choice application for every place.
| Places offered | 24 |
|---|---|
| Families who put it first | 23 |
| Of those, offered a place | 23 (100%) |
| Families who listed it at all | 62 |
First-choice applications per place: 2024: 1.0 · 2025: 1.0 · 2026: 1.0
This isn't your chance of getting a place. That depends on the school's admissions rules (for example siblings, distance or faith) and where you live. Source: DfE applications and offers, September 2026 intake.
This is a Church of England school. When it has more applicants than places it can give priority to families of the faith, for example those who can show regular worship. Check the school's admissions policy to see how places are allocated.
Pupils, staff and SEND
| Pupils | This school | Nottinghamshire | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eligible for free school meals in the last 6 years 69th highest of 134 state primary schools in Nottingham (Nottinghamshire). Higher than 41% of 16,656 state primary schools in England. | 18.0% | 24.1%* | 26.3% |
| With an education, health and care plan Joint 115th highest of 134 state primary schools in Nottingham (Nottinghamshire). Higher than 5% of 16,656 state primary schools in England. | 0.5% | 1.5%* | 3.5% |
| Receiving special educational needs support 103rd highest of 134 state primary schools in Nottingham (Nottinghamshire). Higher than 7% of 16,656 state primary schools in England. | 7.0% | 11.8%* | 15.0% |
| English as an additional language 40th highest of 134 state primary schools in Nottingham (Nottinghamshire). Higher than 58% of 16,656 state primary schools in England. | 13.5% | 12.9%* | 23.4% |
| Overall absence (sessions missed) 54th lowest of 134 state primary schools in Nottingham (Nottinghamshire). Lower than 78% of 16,640 state primary schools in England. | 4.1% | 4.9%* | 5.2% |
| Persistently absent (missed 10% or more) Joint 63rd lowest of 134 state primary schools in Nottingham (Nottinghamshire). Lower than 67% of 16,640 state primary schools in England. | 8.9% | 11.5%* | 13.0% |
| Suspensions per 100 pupils Joint 1st lowest of 134 state primary schools in Nottingham (Nottinghamshire). Lower than 69% of 16,651 state primary schools in England. | 0.0 | 1.6 | 2.5 |
| Pupils suspended at least once Joint 1st lowest of 134 state primary schools in Nottingham (Nottinghamshire). Lower than 69% of 16,651 state primary schools in England. | 0.0% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Pupils permanently excluded0 pupils | 0.00% | 0.01% | 0.03% |
| Pupils per teacher Joint 54th highest of 134 state primary schools in Nottingham (Nottinghamshire). Higher than 67% of 16,642 state primary schools in England. | 22.0 | 21.3 | 20.7 |
| Pupils per adult (teachers and support staff) Joint 38th highest of 134 state primary schools in Nottingham (Nottinghamshire). Higher than 88% of 16,653 state primary schools in England. | 13.5 | 11.6 | 10.6 |
| Teachers who left during the year 71st highest of 127 state primary schools in Nottingham (Nottinghamshire). Higher than 46% of 15,063 state primary schools in England. | 11.2% | 13.9%* | 14.4%* |
Comparisons are with primary schools. Scales run from lower (left) to higher (right) figures. For absence and suspensions lower is better, so their scales run green to red; blue scales describe the school's pupils and staff and aren't good or bad. * Calculated by SchoolScores from the council's or England's schools, weighted by pupils (or teachers, for turnover); other figures are published by DfE. Sources: DfE school census 2024/25; DfE pupil absence 2024/25; DfE suspensions and permanent exclusions 2024/25; DfE school workforce census 2025/26; DfE teacher turnover 2024/25.
Nearby primary schools
- Parkdale Primary School 0.5 miles · Ofsted: Good (2022) · 76% met expected standard (KS2)
- The Sacred Heart Primary Catholic Voluntary Academy 0.6 miles · Ofsted: No overall grade (2025) · 54% met expected standard (KS2)
- The Carlton Infant Academy 0.8 miles · Ofsted: Report card 2026: 4 strong, 3 expected
- The Carlton Junior Academy 0.8 miles · Ofsted: No overall grade (2024) · 78% met expected standard (KS2)
- Netherfield Primary School 1.1 miles · Ofsted: Good (2022) · 51% met expected standard (KS2)
- Standhill Infants' School 1.1 miles · Ofsted: Good (2023)
- Edale Rise Primary and Nursery School 1.2 miles · Ofsted: Good (2023) · 62% met expected standard (KS2)
- Hogarth Academy 1.3 miles · Ofsted: Good (2015), confirmed 2024 · 74% met expected standard (KS2)
- Windmill L.E.A.D. Academy 1.3 miles · Ofsted: Good (2015), confirmed 2024 · 76% met expected standard (KS2)
- Priory Junior School 1.3 miles · Ofsted: Good (2023) · 39% met expected standard (KS2)
Straight-line distance. Distance isn't the same as a catchment area.
Questions parents ask
What is Colwick St John the Baptist CofE Primary Academy's Ofsted rating?
Colwick St John the Baptist CofE Primary Academy was rated Good by Ofsted at its inspection in 12 May 2015. At a shorter ungraded inspection in 1 May 2024, Ofsted found the school was still Good.
How did Colwick St John the Baptist CofE Primary Academy do in its SATs?
In 2024/25, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, 4 points above the England average of 62%.
Would parents recommend Colwick St John the Baptist CofE Primary Academy?
75% of the 40 parents who answered Ofsted's Parent View survey between 2 April 2024 and 7 April 2025 said they would recommend Colwick St John the Baptist CofE Primary Academy to another parent. Parents choose whether to respond, so this may not represent all families.
Is Colwick St John the Baptist CofE Primary Academy oversubscribed?
For the September 2026 intake, 23 families put Colwick St John the Baptist CofE Primary Academy as their first choice for 24 places: about one first-choice application for every place. 23 of those families were offered a place. Whether you get a place depends on the school's admissions rules and where you live.
Sources
- School details: Get Information about Schools (DfE), 26 September 2026. URN 151765.
- Inspections: Ofsted management information, data to 31 August 2026.
- Parent views: Ofsted Parent View, 2 April 2024 to 7 April 2025.
- Results: DfE school performance tables, Key stage 2 2024/25.
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Page updated 26 September 2026.