Djanogly Sherwood Academy
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Capacity
361
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Djanogly Sherwood Academy
Djanogly Sherwood Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the Nottingham community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 361 pupils on roll. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Djanogly Sherwood Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Hayley Keen, it falls under Nottingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 6048th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 26th out of 72 in Nottingham.
Djanogly Sherwood Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 64 applications for 31 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Djanogly Sherwood Academy include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Forest School.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 41.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Nottingham, Djanogly Sherwood Academy 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 | None |
| Address | Sherwood Rise, Nottingham, Nottingham, NG7 7AR |
| Headteacher | Hayley Keen |
| Local Authority | Nottingham |
| Number of Pupils | 361 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 41.9% |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
6048th of 13,686
Nationally
536th of 1,353
In East Midlands
26th of 72
In Nottingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
65%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed31
64
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
30 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Sherwood Rise, Nottingham
Nottingham, NG7 7AR
Journey to School
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