Gateford Park Primary School
Amherst Rise, Gateford Park, Worksop, S81 7RGOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Gateford Park Primary School is a primary school in Worksop for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 364 schools in Nottinghamshire. It ranks 11th of 19 primary schools in Worksop. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in February 2016.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 9 February 2016, report published 1 March 2016
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 28 January 2025
In this welcoming school community, pupils learn, read and play happily together. Pupils support each other and can be themselves. They trust adults to keep them safe and to help them if they have any worries. There is a strong culture of care. Manners and respect are important here. Pupils are keen to meet the high expectations of the school. They behave well. In lessons, pupils are motivated and work hard. From the start, children in Nursery develop high levels of independence and resilience. Building on these strong foundations, pupils achieve well. The school promotes a love of reading enthusiastically. Pupils enjoy reading together in class. The outdoor library, 'reading buddies', author visits and the well-stocked library all contribute to putting reading at the heart of this school. Pupils' personal development is a priority. Their learning is enriched through educational visits. Children in the early years join the local library and walk to the bakery. Residentials, museum visits and sporting fixtures help to develop pupils' cultural learning and character. Pupils make important contributions to the life of the school as 'reading buddies' and well- being leaders. During their time here, pupils develop into responsible, respectful and active citizens.
What the school should improve
- Teachers do not check that all pupils understand new vocabulary or content systematically. As a result, they do not know if pupils have understood new knowledge or have gaps in their learning. The school should ensure that teachers check pupils' understanding consistently so that they can identify and address any gaps in knowledge or misconceptions swiftly.
- Sometimes, teachers do not explain new learning effectively or provide enough opportunities for pupils to practise new learning independently. This means that sometimes pupils are not able to apply new knowledge well to deepen their understanding. The school should ensure that teachers present new content clearly and consistently and allow pupils opportunities to practise so that they can remember and apply new learning effectively.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
29 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
230 pupils on roll, with places for 210
Schools near Gateford Park Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| St John's CofE Academy | 0.3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 65% met the expected standard |
| Whipman Woods Flying High Academy | 0.5 miles | No Ofsted inspection | 83% met the expected standard |
| Prospect Hill Junior School | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Good | 66% met the expected standard |
| Prospect Hill Infant and Nursery School | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Norbridge Academy | 0.9 miles | Ofsted judgements: Outstanding | 78% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Community school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mrs Paula Doyle
- Phone
- 01909478681
- Address
- Amherst Rise, Gateford Park, Worksop, S81 7RG
- Local authority
- Nottinghamshire
- URN
- 131722
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.