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John T Rice Infant and Nursery School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

John T Rice Infant and Nursery School is a community primary school in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire , serving pupils aged 3–7, with 187 pupils, and a capacity of 150 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–7

Age range

187

Pupils

150

Capacity

125%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2018

John T Rice Infant and Nursery School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for John T Rice Infant and Nursery School is set by Nottinghamshire and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Currently oversubscribed: 187 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 150 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Nottinghamshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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John T Rice Infant and Nursery School — School Information

Full address
Braemar Road, Forest Town, Mansfield, NG19 0LL
Local authority
Nottinghamshire
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–7 years
Free school meals
26.4% of pupils
DfE URN
122452

Other Primary Schools in Mansfield

If John T Rice Infant and Nursery School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Mansfield are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — John T Rice Infant and Nursery School

Is John T Rice Infant and Nursery School oversubscribed?

Yes — John T Rice Infant and Nursery School currently has 187 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 150 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for John T Rice Infant and Nursery School?

Admission to John T Rice Infant and Nursery School is managed by Nottinghamshire. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does John T Rice Infant and Nursery School cover?

John T Rice Infant and Nursery School is a primary school in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, serving pupils aged 3–7. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for John T Rice Infant and Nursery School?

John T Rice Infant and Nursery School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.