Colston Bassett School Limited has closed (Friday 16 October 2026).
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Colston Bassett School Limited, Nottingham
Colston Bassett School Limited is an independent school for pupils aged 4 to 11 in Nottingham. It was rated Good at its last graded Ofsted inspection, in December 2023.
- Ofsted
- Good (2023)
Data last updated 24 Oct 2026
Colston Bassett School Limited in detail
Colston Bassett School Limited in its own words
In its own words: "To provide a primary educational experience where children are happy, secure and focused, enabling them to learn in a well-structured environment. To offer small class sizes to help each individual to fulfil his/her academic, creative and sporting potential - every child will be encouraged to develop individual talents, abilities and personalities in preparation for the secondary stage of their education."
The school runs after-school care.
Vision and values (school website)Wraparound care (school website)
Source: The school's own website
Who goes there
In 2026, 3 pupils (12%) received SEN support and 0 (0%) had an education, health and care plan.
Getting there
There is no railway, tram or Underground station within about three miles of Colston Bassett School Limited.
3 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is War Memorial (opposite), 180 metres away.
The area around the school
In August 2026, police recorded 1 crime within a mile of the school, most often vehicle crime. That is well below the typical figure around schools in Nottinghamshire (101).
Sources: DfE school census and special educational needs statistics; NaPTAN (Department for Transport); English Indices of Deprivation 2025 (MHCLG); data.police.uk street-level crime
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 3 years agoOverall
Quality of Education
Behaviour & Attitudes
Personal Development
Leadership & Management
Early Years
Safeguarding: effective
Independent school standards
Met all the independent school standards.
- Part 1: quality of educationMet
- Part 2: pupils' spiritual, moral, social and cultural developmentMet
- Part 3: welfare, health and safetyMet
- Part 4: suitability of staff and proprietorsMet
- Part 5: premises and accommodationMet
- Part 6: information for parentsMet
- Part 7: handling of complaintsMet
- Part 8: leadership and managementMet
Source: Ofsted, non-association independent schools inspections and outcomes (Open Government Licence)
Ofsted Insights
Ofsted rated this school Good at its December 2023 inspection.
Rated Good for
Quality of education, Behaviour & attitudes, Personal development, Leadership & management, Early years.
At a Glance
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
How Does This School Compare?
Ranked against 1 nearby school
Keep up with Colston Bassett School Limited
Getting There
Bus Stops
Commute and house prices
Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
35%
Available places
25 pupils
72 places
47 spare places
as recorded on GIAS
Area Demand Pressure - Nottingham
Based on MHCLG Live Table 122 (2024-25, last 5 years) for Nottingham
Across Nottinghamshire council
Places available
9,842
Applications
9,200
Got 1st preference
92.5%
Got preferred school
98.5%
All secondary applications across Nottinghamshire council (2026/27), not just this school.
Inspection History(4)
SEND & SEN Provision
SEN Overview
3
SEN Support
0
EHC Plans
12.0%
of Total Pupils
2026 academic year
Provision & Specialist Facilities
Pupils by Need Type
No need-level breakdown available
Pupil Demographics
Key Indicators
25
Total Pupils
12
Boys
13
Girls
2026 academic year
Questions parents ask about Colston Bassett School Limited
What is Colston Bassett School Limited's Ofsted rating?
Colston Bassett School Limited was rated Good at its most recent Ofsted inspection in December 2023.
Does Colston Bassett School Limited meet the independent school standards?
At its most recent standard inspection, in December 2023, Colston Bassett School Limited met all the independent school standards.
How many pupils go to Colston Bassett School Limited?
Colston Bassett School Limited has around 25 pupils on roll.
How do I apply to Colston Bassett School Limited?
Colston Bassett School Limited is an independent school and runs its own admissions rather than going through the local authority. Contact the school directly for entry requirements, assessment dates, fees and any bursaries.
Where is Colston Bassett School Limited?
Colston Bassett School Limited is at School Lane, Colston Bassett, Nottingham, NG12 3FD.