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Schools in DN22

A postcode district in Nottinghamshire

  • Postcode district
  • 27 schools and nurseries

In short: DN22 is a postcode district in Nottinghamshire with 19 primary schools, 4 secondary schools and 6 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries2719 primary · 4 secondary · 6 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in DN22

Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.

All DN22 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in DN22

19 in DN22, best first

Ranskill Primary School

Retford, DN22 8LH · Academy · Primary · Ages 2 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well above the England average.

14 first choices, 14 offers made

Met the standard at 1180%

England 62%

Days missed
4.3%
Pupils
147
Pupils per teacher
23.4
View school Ranskill Primary School

Bracken Lane Primary Academy

Retford, DN22 7EU · Academy · Primary · Ages 3 to 11

  • Ofsted:Strong standard in every area

Results well above the England average.

27 first choices, 27 offers made

Met the standard at 1172%

England 62%

Days missed
4.1%
Pupils
233
Pupils per teacher
24.4
View school Bracken Lane Primary Academy
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Top Secondary Schools in DN22

4 in DN22, best first

The Elizabethan Academy

Retford, DN22 7PY · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Good

Results below the England average.

276 first choices, 236 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1642.9

England 46.2

Days missed
9.1%
Pupils
1,230
Pupils per teacher
16.7
View school The Elizabethan Academy

Retford Oaks Academy

Retford, DN22 7NJ · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Good

Results below the England average.

150 first choices, 174 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1640.8

England 46.2

Days missed
9.7%
Pupils
1,080
Pupils per teacher
14.9
View school Retford Oaks Academy
See all 4 secondary schools

Nurseries in DN22

6 in DN22, highest Ofsted grade first

See all 6 nurseries

Sixth Forms in DN22

3 in DN22, by the school's Eduscope score

The Elizabethan Academy

Retford, DN22 7PY · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Good

Results below the England average.

276 first choices, 236 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1642.9

England 46.2

Days missed
9.1%
Pupils
1,230
Pupils per teacher
16.7
View school The Elizabethan Academy

Retford Oaks Academy

Retford, DN22 7NJ · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Good

Results below the England average.

150 first choices, 174 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1640.8

England 46.2

Days missed
9.7%
Pupils
1,080
Pupils per teacher
14.9
View school Retford Oaks Academy

St Giles School

Retford, DN22 7NJ · Special · All-through · Ages 3 to 18

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
9.5%
Pupils
241
Pupils per teacher
5.9
View school St Giles School

Special Schools in DN22

2 in DN22. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

St Giles School

Retford, DN22 7NJ · Special · All-through · Ages 3 to 18

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
9.5%
Pupils
241
Pupils per teacher
5.9
View school St Giles School

Bright Fields School

Retford, DN22 0DJ · Independent · All-through · Ages 5 to 19

  • Ofsted:Needs attention in 2 areas

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
10
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Bright Fields School

Private Schools in DN22

1 in DN22. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Bright Fields School

Retford, DN22 0DJ · Independent · All-through · Ages 5 to 19

  • Ofsted:Needs attention in 2 areas

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
10
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Bright Fields School
The map

Every school in DN22, on one map

Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.

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Hallcroft Infant and Nursery School, Expected standard or betterClarborough Primary School, GoodElkesley Primary and Nursery School, Good in every areaRampton Primary School, Needs attention in 5 areasCarr Hill Primary and Nursery School, GoodRanby CofE Primary School, GoodNorth Wheatley Church of England Primary School, Requires improvement in 1 areaSturton CofE Primary School, GoodSutton-Cum-Lound CofE School, GoodSt Giles School, GoodOrdsall Primary School, GoodRetford Oaks Academy, GoodLeverton Church of England Academy, GoodThe Elizabethan Academy, GoodSt. Joseph's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy, GoodRanskill Primary School, GoodBracken Lane Primary Academy, Strong standard in every areaThrumpton Primary Academy, Expected standard in every areaSt Swithun's Church of England Primary Academy, Urgent improvement in 1 areaGamston St Peter's CofE Primary School, GoodBright Fields School, Needs attention in 2 areasWest Street Pre-school, GoodPortland Place Pre-School, GoodAll Aboard Nursery Ltd, GoodBig Yellow Door Nursery, GoodThrumpton Kids Clubs, GoodClaremont House Nursery School, Good
  • Good19
  • Not graded yet8
Before you apply

Apply through the council where you live

Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.

By age

What's on offer for each age

Pick a stage to see every DN22 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.

Living here

What it's like for families

DN22 has 27 schools and nurseries.

Dates to know

Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.

  • 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
  • 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
  • 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
  • 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.

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Questions

Questions parents ask about DN22

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How many schools are in DN22?

DN22 has 27 schools, including 19 primary schools, 4 secondary schools, 6 nurseries, 1 independent school, 2 special schools. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

What are the best schools in DN22?

The highest-ranked schools in DN22 on Eduscope are Ranskill Primary School, Bracken Lane Primary Academy, Gamston St Peter's CofE Primary School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.

How many private schools are in DN22?

There is 1 independent school in DN22, a special school for children with special educational needs, where councils usually pay the fees. You can compare it on Eduscope, including inspection reports where available.

How do I choose the right school in DN22?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 27 schools in DN22 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.

Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.

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