The short version
Below-average SATs results. Rated Good by Ofsted (2019).
- SATs results are below the national average, with 30% meeting the expected standard (national: 62%)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2019
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Reading, Writing & Maths
Expected standard
Pupils meeting expected level in all three
30%
-32.0pp vs nationalHigher standard
Pupils exceeding expected level
0%
-8.0pp vs nationalSubject scores
Reading
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
99
-7.0 vs nationalMaths
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
103
-2.0 vs nationalGrammar & spelling
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
100
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 11 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
11% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
4% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 16 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 8 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 11 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 3–11
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 88
- Capacity
- 73%
- FSM
- 27.9%
Governance
- Local authority
- Nottinghamshire
- Head
- Mr Chris Marsh (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
- Nursery
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
8 official reports linked on this page, including 7 earlier reports.
Previous reports
School inspection: Good
November 2019 | School Inspection
Full inspection: Good
February 2016 | Full Inspection
Full inspection: Requires Improvement
October 2013 | Full Inspection
Full inspection: Satisfactory
December 2011 | Full Inspection
Curriculum and development visit
March 2011 | Curriculum and development visit Curriculum and development visit
Full inspection: Satisfactory
October 2008 | Full Inspection
Full inspection
November 2004 | Full Inspection
Location
Headland Avenue, Elkesley, Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 8AQ
Rural setting
Questions parents ask
What is Elkesley Primary and Nursery School's Ofsted rating?
Elkesley Primary and Nursery School was rated Good at its most recent inspection in March 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Elkesley Primary and Nursery School?
Elkesley Primary and Nursery School currently has 88 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Elkesley Primary and Nursery School take?
Elkesley Primary and Nursery School caters for pupils aged 3 to 11. It is classified as a primary school.
Where is Elkesley Primary and Nursery School?
Elkesley Primary and Nursery School is in Retford, DN22 8AQ, in the Nottinghamshire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Elkesley Primary and Nursery School have a sixth form?
No, Elkesley Primary and Nursery School does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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