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Elkesley Primary and Nursery School

Headland Avenue, Elkesley, Retford, DN22 8AQ

Community school

Pupils

Ages

3-11

FSM

27.9%

Capacity

120

Ofsted

Good

Mar 2025

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

40.0%

Writing

50.0%

Maths

50.0%

RWM Combined

30.0%

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About Elkesley Primary and Nursery School

Elkesley Primary and Nursery School is a primary school in Retford, Nottinghamshire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2025 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 30% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 88 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Headland Avenue, Retford, DN22 8AQ | More schools in Nottinghamshire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Elkesley Primary and Nursery School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Mar 2025 — Good
Nov 2019 — Good
Feb 2016 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Elkesley Primary and Nursery School

What is Elkesley Primary and Nursery School's Ofsted rating?

Elkesley Primary and Nursery School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2025 inspection.

What are Elkesley Primary and Nursery School's latest exam results?

Elkesley Primary and Nursery School: KS2 2024/25: 30% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Elkesley Primary and Nursery School located?

Elkesley Primary and Nursery School is a primary school in Retford, Nottinghamshire (DN22 8AQ).

How many pupils attend Elkesley Primary and Nursery School?

Elkesley Primary and Nursery School has around 88 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Elkesley Primary and Nursery School with other schools?

View Elkesley Primary and Nursery School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Nottinghamshire.