Fernwood Primary School

About Fernwood Primary School

Fernwood Primary and Nursery School is a large and richly-diverse school in the heart of Wollaton in Nottingham. We are exceptionally proud of all our children - they are our number one priority. It is a joy to work with them and see them develop and grow in so many ways.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Ben Waldram

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.3

Teaching Quality 4.7

Communication 4.7

Student Wellbeing 4.3

Facilities 4.7

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 180 responses • 16% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

97.2% positive 2.2% negative

My child feels safe at this school

96.6% positive 2.8% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

93.9% positive 3.4% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

86.7% positive 6.7% negative

My child does well at this school

92.2% positive 6.7% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 180 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

51.0

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

69.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 4

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Sophie D

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Excellent School Experience"

We are absolutely delighted with Fernwood Primary School. Our child has thrived here, making great friends and being supported by fantastic teachers. The homework and reading programs have really helped them develop their skills and love for learning. Highly recommend!

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Lisa T

Parent Jun 1, 2022

4.0

"Great School, Some Room for Improvement"

We've been very happy with Fernwood Primary, but there are a few areas where they could improve. The homework can be a bit too much at times, and the school could do with more resources for children with special needs. However, the teachers are great and the school has a lovely atmosphere.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Emma G

Parent Jan 15, 2022

5.0

"Wonderful Community"

Fernwood Primary has been a wonderful experience for our child. The teachers are caring and supportive, and the school's values and community spirit are amazing. The facilities are also very good, with plenty of spaces for the kids to play and learn. Highly recommend!

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 5/5

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Rachel B

Parent Dec 1, 2021

5.0

"Excellent Educational Experience"

We moved away from the area, but our child's experience at Fernwood Primary was exceptional. The teachers were supportive and engaging, and the school's curriculum was well-structured. We were impressed with the school's accelerated reader program and the way they encouraged a love of reading in our child.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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