Is Hucknall Flying High Academy a good school?

Ofsted rated the school Outstanding at its last graded inspection on 18 June 2024. On the FindGreatSchools composite score it is graded B, 2nd of 263 primary schools in Nottinghamshire. The profile sets out the figures behind both.

What are Hucknall Flying High Academy's SATs results?

In the 2025 Key Stage 2 tests (SATs), 88% of pupils at Hucknall Flying High Academy met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (England: 62%).

How do I apply for a place at Hucknall Flying High Academy?

Applications for Reception places at Hucknall Flying High Academy 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).

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Hucknall Flying High Academy

Shepherd Street, Hucknall, Nottingham, NG15 6WU

Local ranking2nd of 263 primary schools in Nottinghamshire

Ofsted: Outstanding

Primary

Phase

210

Capacity

2-11

Age range

Mixed

Gender

Latest data: 2025 SATs · Ofsted inspection 18 June 2024.

Year:

KS2 Results (Year 6 SATs)

2024-25

Reading, Writing & Maths (Expected): 88.0% nat62.0%
Reading, Writing & Maths (Higher): 17.0% nat8.0%
Reading (Expected): 96.0%
Writing (Expected): 88.0%
Maths (Expected): 96.0%
Grammar, Punctuation & Spelling (Expected): 92.0%
Reading avg scaled score: 110.0 nat106.0
Maths avg scaled score: 107.0 nat105.0
GPS avg scaled score: 110.0
Cohort Size: 24

Pupil Demographics

2024-25

Total Pupils: 237
Boys: 115 (48%)
Girls: 125 (52%)
Capacity: 210 (114% full)
SEND: 12.7%
FSM Eligible: 18.1%
EAL: 13.1%
SEN with EHC Plan: 2.5%
SEN Support: 10.1%
Pupil:Teacher Ratio: 19.3:1
Teachers (FTE): 12.1
Budget per Pupil: £6,500/yr

Attendance & Absence

2024-25

Overall Absence Rate: 3.9% nat6.2%
Persistent Absence: 7.9% nat15.8%

Persistent absence: pupils missing 10%+ of sessions.

School Information

Type: Free schools
Phase: Primary
Nursery: Has Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Boarders: Not applicable
Admissions: Non-selective

Pupil Ethnicity

2024-25

White British: 76.8%
Mixed White & Asian: 5.1%
Black African: 4.6%
Mixed Other: 3.4%
Asian Indian: 2.5%
White Other: 2.1%
Mixed White & Black Caribbean: 1.7%
Black Other: 1.3%

76.8%

White British

5.1%

Mixed White & Asian

4.6%

Black African

Historical Trends

KS2 Performance

Pupil Demographics

Attendance & Absence

Ethnicity Over Time

Contact & Location

01157012020

office@hucknallfha.co.uk

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Shepherd Street

Nottingham, East Midlands

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Administrative

URN: 147075
UKPRN: 10083749
Establishment No.: 2039
Trust: FLYING HIGH TRUST

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