Berry Hill Primary School, Mansfield
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Location
Estimated admission likelihood based on school density and oversubscription data
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Overall
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
Berry Hill creates a happy, caring environment where children thrive academically and personally. The school's focus on teaching reading, developing vocabulary, and supporting all learners means your child will progress well. Strong emphasis on pupils' wellbeing, safety, and developing leadership skills prepares children to be thoughtful, confident citizens.
Key Strengths
- Well-planned curriculum with clear teaching of key concepts and subject vocabulary
- Systematic approach to early reading and phonics that helps pupils learn to read quickly
- Effective support for pupils with special educational needs, helping them to learn well
- Strong personal development program covering health, safety, British values and leadership skills
- Calm, purposeful classrooms where pupils are encouraged to do their best
Areas for Improvement
- Assessment systems in foundation subjects are not as well developed - staff cannot always identify the most appropriate next steps for pupils' learning
- Pupils are not always clear about how to improve their work in some foundation subjects
Safeguarding
Safeguarding arrangements are effective. Pupils feel safe, trust adults, and are confident to report problems.
Extracurricular Activities
Sporting events and competitions, drama productions, choir, instrumental music lessons, play leader roles
Berry Hill Primary School has successfully maintained its good standards since the previous inspection. Pupils are happy, well-behaved, and achieve well in a calm, purposeful learning environment.
At a Glance
8.1%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
Yes
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
What Parents Think
87 responsesSource: Ofsted Parent View - % who strongly agree or agree
Primary Performance (KS2)
Academic year 2025/26KS2 Results (% meeting expected standard)
Reading has declined from 81% to 69%. Maths has declined from 78% to 66%. Writing has improved from 66% to 72%.
Class Sizes
29.5
Avg class size
29.5
Infant (KS1)
28.8
KS2
13
Total classes
1 class with more than 30 pupils
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
109%
Over capacity
459 pupils
420 capacity
39 places over capacity
Area Demand Pressure - Mansfield
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for Mansfield
Admissions Demand - Nottinghamshire
Places available
10,563
Applications
7,998
Got 1st preference
95.8%
Got preferred school
99.4%
Primary admissions across Nottinghamshire (2025/26)
Inspection History(107)
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SEN Provision
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Pupil Demographics
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School Funding
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Pupil Absence2024/25
3.9456%
Overall absence
6.68524%
Persistent absence
359
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
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