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Where is Hucknall Flying High Academy located?

Hucknall Flying High Academy is located in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, East Midlands, NG15 6WU.

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Hucknall Flying High Academy serves students aged 2 to 11.

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Hucknall Flying High Academy — Ofsted Rating, Results & School Data

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About Hucknall Flying High Academy

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In terms of academic performance, Hucknall Flying High Academy has 83% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2.

The school has 126 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 27.3%, 14% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 4.5%.

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OfstedOutstanding · 2024KS2 expected83%Attendance95.5%

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Latest government data shown is for the 2024/25 academic year; some figures cover earlier years.

Is it a fit?

What kind of school is Hucknall Flying High Academy?

The practical facts that decide whether a school suits your family — at a glance.

Ages: 2–11
Intake: Co-ed
Admissions: Non-selective (state)
Character: Non-faith
Size: 126 pupils
SEN support: 13% of pupils

Likely a good fit for

Solid primary foundations — 83% reach the expected standard in reading, writing & maths.

Based on the latest government data. Every child is different — use this as a starting point, not a verdict.

In context — vs similar-intake schools

The area around this school

Environment score: 43/100

Average surroundings

Air quality27/100

Transport access25/100

Results, finance & Ofsted — in depth

Key Stage 2 Results at Hucknall Flying High Academy

At Hucknall Flying High Academy, 83% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths combined at the end of Key Stage 2.

89% met the expected standard in reading and 89% in maths.

Attendance at Hucknall Flying High Academy

Hucknall Flying High Academy has an overall absence rate of 4.5%. The national average for primary schools was approximately 6.0% (DfE, 2023/24).

Staff and Finance at Hucknall Flying High Academy

The teacher turnover rate at Hucknall Flying High Academy is 27.3%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.

Demographics at Hucknall Flying High Academy

Hucknall Flying High Academy has 126 pupils on roll.

14% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.

13% of pupils receive SEN (Special Educational Needs) support or have an Education, Health and Care plan.

Hucknall Flying High Academy Ofsted Rating: Outstanding

Hucknall Flying High Academy was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted following an inspection in June 2024. Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Hucknall Flying High Academy is next inspection expected around 2028.

An "Outstanding" rating means Ofsted found the quality of education, behaviour, personal development, and leadership to all be of the highest standard — the top grade Ofsted awarded under the graded system.

Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Hucknall Flying High Academy's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.

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