What is the best primary school in Newark?

On our composite score, John Blow Primary School is the top-ranked primary school in Newark, with a grade B. The score is one view of a school: each profile shows the figures behind it, and the list above ranks every scored primary school in the area.

How many primary schools are there in Newark?

There are 30 primary schools in Newark with a composite score on FindGreatSchools. Schools too new to have published results, and independent and special schools, are listed on their own pages.

How are primary schools in Newark ranked?

By our composite score, which blends four domains (Ofsted inspection, attainment, progress and engagement) into a grade from A to F. Schools are ordered by score weighted by data completeness, so a school with thin data cannot leapfrog a well-measured one. The method and weights are published in full.

When do I apply for a primary school place in Newark?

Applications for Reception places in Newark starting in September 2027 close on 15 January 2027. You apply through the council where you live, and offers are made on National Offer Day, 16 April 2027 (or the next working day).

The best primary schools in Newark

Compare 30 top-rated primary schools in Newark, ranked by Ofsted ratings, SATs results, attendance and progress. Top of the list: John Blow Primary School.

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Compare the top two side by side: John Blow Primary School vs The Claypole Church of England Primary School

The best primary schools in Newark

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John Blow Primary School

The Claypole Church of England Primary School

The Sir Donald Bailey Academy

Winthorpe Primary School

Queen Eleanor Primary School

The Parkgate Academy

The Forest View Academy

Halam Church of England Primary School

St Peter's Crosskeys CofE Academy

Barnby Road Academy Primary and Nursery school

Bilsthorpe Flying High Academy

Chuter Ede Primary School

Tuxford Primary Academy

Long Bennington Church of England Academy

St Joseph's Catholic Primary and Nursery School

All Saints Anglican/Methodist Primary School

Flintham Primary School

John Hunt Academy

East Markham Primary School

Walesby CofE Primary School

Sutton-On-Trent Primary and Nursery School

Dunham-on-Trent CofE Primary School

North Clifton Primary School

Holy Trinity Catholic Voluntary Academy

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