Richard Bonington Primary and Nursery School
URN: 122512 • Nottingham NG5 8FQ
Overview
- Name
- Richard Bonington Primary and Nursery School
- URN
- 122512
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 68.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Mark North (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Calverton Road, Nottingham NG5 8FQ
Summary
Richard Bonington Primary and Nursery School is a community school located in Arnold, Nottingham, serving a diverse population of 490 pupils, including a 39-place nursery. Established in the 1950s and named after the local artist Richard Parkes Bonington, the school is situated on a spacious site with extensive grounds and modern facilities, including a newly opened £1.5 million foundation unit.
The school aims to foster a friendly and caring atmosphere where children can develop into happy, confident, and independent learners. Richard Bonington offers a creative curriculum that emphasizes both academic excellence and personal growth, supported by outdoor learning opportunities such as OPAL play and Forest School activities. The school values the partnership between home and school, encouraging strong collaboration with families to help each child reach their full potential.
With a commitment to inclusivity and high aspirations, Richard Bonington Primary School strives to provide an enriching educational experience that allows children to discover and nurture their talents. Parents are invited to participate in the school community and can attend open days to learn more about the school's offerings.
The school aims to foster a friendly and caring atmosphere where children can develop into happy, confident, and independent learners. Richard Bonington offers a creative curriculum that emphasizes both academic excellence and personal growth, supported by outdoor learning opportunities such as OPAL play and Forest School activities. The school values the partnership between home and school, encouraging strong collaboration with families to help each child reach their full potential.
With a commitment to inclusivity and high aspirations, Richard Bonington Primary School strives to provide an enriching educational experience that allows children to discover and nurture their talents. Parents are invited to participate in the school community and can attend open days to learn more about the school's offerings.
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Key details
- LA
- Nottinghamshire
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 490
- Boys
- 250
- Girls
- 240
- FSM %
- 9.40
- Open date
- Close date
- 2019-09-30
- Last Ofsted
- 2017-01-17
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Nottinghamshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 490 | 250 | 240 | 420 | 9.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 490 | 250 | 240 | 420 | 9.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 490 | 250 | 240 | 420 | 9.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 490 | 250 | 240 | 420 | 9.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 490 | 250 | 240 | 420 | 9.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 490 | 250 | 240 | 420 | 9.40 |
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