Seely Primary School
Perry Road, Sherwood, Nottingham, NG5 3AEOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Seely Primary School is a primary school in Nottingham for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 117 schools in Nottingham. It ranks 137th of 186 primary schools in Nottingham. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in April 2019.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 30 April 2019, report published 21 May 2019
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 25 February 2025
Pupils at Seely Primary School are happy, confident and proud to be part of an inclusive community. A sign at the entrance reads: 'Everyone belongs here'. This principle is deeply embedded in the school's ethos. Pupils know the school's core values - rights, rules, responsibility and respect - inside out. They feel safe and valued, knowing that staff listen to them and support their well-being. The school has high expectations for pupils' academic achievement as well as the contribution they make to school life. Pupils enjoy an engaging and creative curriculum that motivates them to do their best. They achieve well. Pupils take on a range of leadership roles, including as school council representatives, eco-warriors, diversity defenders and arts ambassadors. As one pupil explained, 'Everyone has a role to play in keeping our school special,' a view echoed by many. Pupils behave well, showing respect for each other and their environment. They make sensible choices in lessons and at social times. When a pupil struggles with their behaviour, staff respond swiftly and sensitively to provide support. Pupils speak positively about the school's approach to behaviour. They say that adults help them to resolve any problems quickly.
What the school should improve
- On occasion, pupils undertake writing tasks before they are ready. As a result, some pupils struggle to apply key writing skills with accuracy and fluency. The school should ensure that all writing tasks are carefully sequenced so that pupils develop the skills needed to complete complex pieces.
- Teachers do not systematically check that all pupils have understood the intended learning. Some pupils have misconceptions and gaps in their knowledge that are not picked up. As a result, some fall behind in their learning. The school should ensure that teachers check pupils' knowledge and understanding systematically to ensure that gaps in knowledge are consistently identified and addressed, so that all pupils are helped to embed their knowledge securely.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
70 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
523 pupils on roll, with places for 575
Schools near Seely Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haydn Primary School | 0.4 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good to outstanding | 82% met the expected standard |
| Carrington Primary and Nursery School | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Good | 55% met the expected standard |
| Claremont Primary and Nursery School | 0.9 miles | Ofsted: Good | 60% met the expected standard |
| Burford Primary and Nursery School | 0.9 miles | Ofsted judgements: Requires improvement to good | 53% met the expected standard |
| Walter Halls Primary and Early Years School | 0.9 miles | Ofsted: Good | 61% 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 Katharine Clifford
- Phone
- 01159153780
- Address
- Perry Road, Sherwood, Nottingham, NG5 3AE
- Local authority
- Nottingham
- URN
- 139430
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.