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What is Stanstead Flying High Academy's Ofsted rating?

Stanstead Flying High Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted (inspected 2022).

Where is Stanstead Flying High Academy located?

Stanstead Flying High Academy is located in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, East Midlands, NG5 5BL.

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Stanstead Flying High Academy serves students aged 3 to 11.

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

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About Stanstead Flying High Academy

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In terms of academic performance, Stanstead Flying High Academy has 59% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2.

The school has 98 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 34.9%, 34% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 8.6%.

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OfstedGood · 2022KS2 expected59%Attendance91.4%

Profile completeness: 5 of 8 data domains · Good coverage

Exam & assessment results

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6.4

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Computed from 15 government data points. Not based on student reviews.

Solid54% data coverage

Source: DfE / Ofsted · context only

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 Stanstead Flying High Academy?

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

Ages: 3–11
Intake: Co-ed
Admissions: Non-selective (state)
Character: Non-faith
Size: 98 pupils
SEN support: 16% of pupils

In context — vs similar-intake schools

Above par for its intake

Stanstead Flying High Academy's KS2 results (reading, writing & maths) of 59% looks modest against the national average, but among schools with a similar intake (31–85% of pupils eligible for free school meals) it is in the upper half — it adds more value than its raw results suggest.

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Environment score: 37/100

Below-average surroundings

Air quality21/100

Transport access38/100

Results, finance & Ofsted — in depth

Key Stage 2 Results at Stanstead Flying High Academy

At Stanstead Flying High Academy, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths combined at the end of Key Stage 2.

68% met the expected standard in reading and 86% in maths.

Attendance at Stanstead Flying High Academy

Stanstead Flying High Academy has an overall absence rate of 8.6%. The national average for primary schools was approximately 6.0% (DfE, 2023/24).

Staff and Finance at Stanstead Flying High Academy

The teacher turnover rate at Stanstead Flying High Academy is 34.9%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.

Demographics at Stanstead Flying High Academy

Stanstead Flying High Academy has 98 pupils on roll.

34% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.

16% of pupils receive SEN (Special Educational Needs) support or have an Education, Health and Care plan.

Stanstead Flying High Academy Ofsted Rating: Good

Stanstead Flying High Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in January 2022 (4 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Stanstead Flying High Academy is due for reinspection this year (2026).

A "Good" rating means Ofsted found the school provides a high standard of education across all areas assessed. It has historically been the most common Ofsted rating.

Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Stanstead 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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