The short version
Above-average SATs results. 89% capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2013).
- SATs results are above the national average, with 78% meeting the expected standard (national: 62%)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2013
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Reading, Writing & Maths
Expected standard
Pupils meeting expected level in all three
78%
+16.0pp vs nationalHigher standard
Pupils exceeding expected level
15%
+7.0pp vs nationalSubject scores
Reading
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
107
+1.0 vs nationalMaths
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
106
+1.0 vs nationalGrammar & spelling
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
109
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 6 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
6% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 23 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 13 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 19 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 7–11
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 248
- Capacity
- 89%
- FSM
- 29%
Governance
- Local authority
- Nottinghamshire
- Head
- Mr Robin Scruton (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
5 official reports linked on this page, including 4 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Eskdale Drive, Beeston, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG9 5NA
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmSunnyside Spencer Academy
Primary · 560m away
Alderman White School
Secondary · 993m away
The Lanes Primary School
Primary · 1.3km away
Chilwell School
Secondary · 1.3km away
Chetwynd Spencer Academy
Primary · 1.3km away
George Spencer Academy
Secondary · 1.4km away
Bispham Spencer Academy
Primary · 1.6km away
Bramcote CofE Primary School
Primary · 1.7km away
Questions parents ask
What is Eskdale Junior School's Ofsted rating?
Eskdale Junior School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in October 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Eskdale Junior School?
Eskdale Junior School currently has 248 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Eskdale Junior School take?
Eskdale Junior School caters for pupils aged 7 to 11. It is classified as a primary school.
Where is Eskdale Junior School?
Eskdale Junior School is in Nottingham, NG9 5NA, in the Nottinghamshire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Eskdale Junior School have a sixth form?
No, Eskdale Junior School does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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