Old Basford School

A good academy converter school in Nottingham. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Old Basford School.

Nottingham, NG60GF Ofsted: Good Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

52

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
51.9
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 61.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
40.2
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 3.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
6 December 2023
Previous grade
Outstanding
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Percy Street
Old Basford
Nottingham, NG60GF
Phone
1159785505
Website
oldbasfordschool.co.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
138740
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Percy Street, Old Basford, Nottingham, NG6 0GF
Website
www.oldbasfordschool.co.uk
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
OLD BASFORD SCHOOL
Capacity
420 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
470
Free School Meals
30.3% (142 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
0.4% (2 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
94.2%
Good
Persistent Absence
16.7%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
61.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
3.0%
Reading Score:
105.0
Maths Score:
101.0
Grammar Score:
106.0

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 101.0 105.0
2023 102.0 104.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
26 pupils
Good
Pupils per Year Group
52
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
470 pupils
3-11

Performance Trend

Stable performance

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Opportunities Bring Success"

PROUD (Polite and Helpful; Respect; Organised and Tidy; Understands Others' Needs; Do your BEST) The 4 E's: Educated, Equipped, Enriched, Empowered

OBS promotes British Values and cultural diversity. It aims to prepare children for life in modern Britain, values democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, mutual respect and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs, and celebrates cultural diversity including UNESCO's World Day for Cultural Diversity Dialogue and Development.

Head Teacher's Message

A warm welcome from the Head Teacher, Mrs Laura Duffin. OBS is described as a large city school with a fantastic reputation, aiming to be ambitious and aspirational, offering additional opportunities and prioritising mental health and wellbeing. The school motto is Opportunities Bring Success.

Curriculum Highlights

EYFS at OBS Maths Writing Reading and Phonics Foundation Subjects Shakespeare

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

OBS Breakfast Club 7.45am - 8.40am; OBS Afterschool Club 3:20pm - 6.00pm; OBS Stay & Play 3.20pm - 4.15pm

SEND Provision

If you are in receipt of certain means-tested benefits, your child could receive free school meals, milk, a school cardigan or jumper and discounts on school visits. The school will receive £1300 for each child who registers for Pupil Premium. This money is spent on additional teaching and extracurricular activities.

Admissions Criteria

All applications for a school place at Old Basford School are administered by Nottingham City Council. The school publishes Admission Policy PDFs (2024-2025, 2025-2026, 2026-2027). Nursery admissions include 30 hours funding for eligible families; applications and waiting lists are handled through the school office and government guidance links.

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