- Ofsted:Outstanding in every area
Results well above the England average.
33 first choices, 37 offers made
Met the standard at 1193%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 6.0%
- Pupils
- 434
- Pupils per teacher
- 20.9
Schools in NG3
A postcode district in Nottingham
- Postcode district
- 29 schools and nurseries
In short: NG3 is a postcode district in Nottingham with 14 primary schools, 6 secondary schools and 12 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries2914 primary · 6 secondary · 12 nurseries
Top-rated
All NG3 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in NG3
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.
Top Primary Schools in NG3
14 in NG3, best first
- Ofsted:Good in every area
Results well above the England average.
60 first choices, 52 offers made
Met the standard at 1171%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.6%
- Pupils
- 347
- Pupils per teacher
- 21.5
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
39 first choices, 42 offers made
Met the standard at 1177%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 6.4%
- Pupils
- 452
- Pupils per teacher
- 21.5
Top Secondary Schools in NG3
6 in NG3, best first
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Results well below the England average.
131 first choices, 169 offers made
Met the standard at 1147%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 9.2%
- Pupils
- 1,947
- Pupils per teacher
- 15.9
- Ofsted:Expected standard in every area
Results well below the England average.
44 first choices, 71 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1638.7
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 7.6%
- Pupils
- 634
- Pupils per teacher
- 14.5
Nurseries in NG3
12 in NG3, highest Ofsted grade first
Al-Hudaa Nursery
Nottingham, NG3 5TT · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Ark Day Nursery
Nottingham, NG3 4LD · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Cherubs Mapperley
Nottingham, NG3 6DG · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in NG3
4 in NG3, by the school's Eduscope score
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Results well below the England average.
131 first choices, 169 offers made
Met the standard at 1147%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 9.2%
- Pupils
- 1,947
- Pupils per teacher
- 15.9
Carlton Digby School
Nottingham, NG3 6DS · Special · All-through · Ages 4 to 18
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- 6.8%
- Pupils
- 97
- Pupils per teacher
- 5.3
Rosehill School
Nottingham, NG3 2FE · Special · All-through · Ages 4 to 19
- Ofsted:Outstanding in every area
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- 7.6%
- Pupils
- 121
- Pupils per teacher
- 7.3
Special Schools in NG3
2 in NG3. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Carlton Digby School
Nottingham, NG3 6DS · Special · All-through · Ages 4 to 18
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- 6.8%
- Pupils
- 97
- Pupils per teacher
- 5.3
Rosehill School
Nottingham, NG3 2FE · Special · All-through · Ages 4 to 19
- Ofsted:Outstanding in every area
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- 7.6%
- Pupils
- 121
- Pupils per teacher
- 7.3
Private Schools in NG3
2 in NG3. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Jamia Al-Hudaa Residential College
Nottingham, NG3 5TT · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 19 · Girls
- Ofsted:Good
Independent school. Results close to the England average.
Attainment 8 at 1647.3
England 46.2
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 168
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Hollygirt School
Nottingham, NG3 4GF · Independent · Secondary · Ages 10 to 16
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 175
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in NG3, 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.
- Outstanding1
- Good20
- Requires improvement1
- Not graded yet7
Before you apply
Apply through the council where you live
Schools in NG3 sit in 2 council areas. 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 NG3 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
NG3 has 29 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.
Keep up with schools in NG3
Follow any school and we'll email you when it gets a new Ofsted report or new results are out. Nothing else.
Questions
Questions parents ask about NG3
Nearby areas
How many schools are in NG3?
NG3 has 29 schools, including 14 primary schools, 6 secondary schools, 12 nurseries, 2 independent schools, 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 NG3?
The highest-ranked schools in NG3 on Eduscope are Huntingdon Academy, Mapperley Plains Primary and Nursery School, Blue Bell Hill Primary and Nursery 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 NG3?
There are 2 independent schools in NG3. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare all private schools in NG3 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.
How do I choose the right school in NG3?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 29 schools in NG3 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.