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Nottingham Academy
Nottingham·East Midlands·Academy
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All-throughAcademyAges 3–19Co-edDoes not apply
Nottingham Academy is an all-through academy in Nottingham, East Midlands. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this academy and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.
In terms of academic performance, Nottingham Academy has a Progress 8 score of -0.17 (below the national average), an Attainment 8 score of 40.6, 51% of students achieving grade 4+ in English and Maths, 51% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2, an average A-Level grade of D+.
The school has 2,121 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 15.7%, 25% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 9.7%.
After leaving Nottingham Academy, student destinations include 56% going on to university and 2% entering apprenticeships.
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Nottingham Academy has a Progress 8 score of -0.17, which is below the national average of 0. Progress 8 measures how much progress students make between the end of Key Stage 2 and their GCSE results, compared to students with similar starting points nationally.
The school's Attainment 8 score is 40.6. Attainment 8 measures the average achievement of students across 8 qualifications including English, Maths, three EBacc subjects, and three open group qualifications.
51% of students at Nottingham Academy achieved grade 4 or above in both English and Maths GCSEs.
At Nottingham Academy, 51% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths combined at the end of Key Stage 2.
65% met the expected standard in reading and 71% in maths.
Students at Nottingham Academy achieve an average A-Level grade of D+. This metric covers all A-Level and equivalent qualifications taken at the school.
Nottingham Academy has an overall absence rate of 9.7%. The national average for primary schools is approximately 4.0%.
The teacher turnover rate at Nottingham Academy is 15.7%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.
Nottingham Academy has 2,121 pupils on roll.
25% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.
After leaving Nottingham Academy, 56% go on to university and 2% enter apprenticeships.
Source: Department for Education, Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score.
Data last updated: April 2026
Nottingham Academy was rated "Requires Improvement" by Ofsted following an inspection in November 2023 (2 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Nottingham Academy is overdue for reinspection.
A "Requires Improvement" rating means Ofsted identified areas where the school needs to improve. The school will typically be reinspected within 2 years. Around 12% of schools hold this rating.
Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Nottingham 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.
Ofsted data is displayed for context only and does not influence the Student Score. For the official Ofsted report, visit reports.ofsted.gov.uk.
Crime Nearby
161/mo
Within ~1 mile (Police.uk)
Violent Crime
72/mo
45% of total
Air Quality
Good
NO₂: 13.6 µg/m³ · PM2.5: 8
Bus Stops
10
Within 500m
Source: Police.uk, DEFRA UK-Air, DfT NaPTAN. Based on the school's location — actual conditions may vary.
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Quality of Education
Requires Improvement
Behaviour & Attitudes
Requires Improvement
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Requires Improvement
Parent View
Would Recommend
56%
Child is Happy
29%
Child Feels Safe
26%
Source: Department for Education / Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score. Small schools may show extreme percentages due to small sample sizes.