Abbey Hill Primary & Nursery
70%
Capacity
226
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Abbey Hill Primary & Nursery
Abbey Hill Primary & Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Ashfield community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 226 pupils on roll, operating at 70% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Abbey Hill Primary & Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Adam Jevons-Newman, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
Abbey Hill Primary & Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 34 applications for 15 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 13 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Abbey Hill Primary & Nursery include Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Forest School, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Football, Netball, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Chess, Eco Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 75.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Ashfield, Abbey Hill Primary & Nursery is one of the options available in the East Midlands region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Abbey Road, Nottingham, Ashfield, NG17 7NZ |
| Headteacher | Adam Jevons-Newman |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 226 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 75.0% |
| School Capacity | 226 / 322 (70% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Jun 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
34
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
13 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Abbey Road, Nottingham
Ashfield, NG17 7NZ
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