Butler's Hill Infant and Nursery School
102%
Capacity
229
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Butler's Hill Infant and Nursery School
Butler's Hill Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Ashfield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 229 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 225 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Butler's Hill Infant and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rachel Hallam, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
Butler's Hill Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 118 applications for 60 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 59 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Butler's Hill Infant and Nursery School include Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cross Country, Dance, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.5%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Ashfield, Butler's Hill Infant and Nursery School 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 | 3 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Broomhill Road, Nottingham, Ashfield, NG15 6AJ |
| Headteacher | Rachel Hallam |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 229 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.5% |
| School Capacity | 229 / 225 (102% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 26 Nov 2012. 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
118
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
59 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Broomhill Road, Nottingham
Ashfield, NG15 6AJ
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