Heathfield Primary and Nursery School
103%
Capacity
719
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Heathfield Primary and Nursery School
Heathfield Primary and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Nottingham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 719 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 700 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Heathfield Primary and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Julia Dickens Gareth Hicks, it falls under Nottingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 47% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11441st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 60th out of 72 in Nottingham.
Heathfield Primary and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 144 applications for 89 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 84 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate 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 Heathfield Primary and Nursery School include Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Library, Forest School, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Cross Country, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Book Club, Gardening, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 36.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Nottingham, Heathfield Primary 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 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Scotland Road, Nottingham, Nottingham, NG5 1JU |
| Headteacher | Julia Dickens Gareth Hicks |
| Local Authority | Nottingham |
| Number of Pupils | 719 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 36.0% |
| School Capacity | 719 / 700 (103% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11441st of 13,686
Nationally
1100th of 1,353
In East Midlands
60th of 72
In Nottingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
47%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
47%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed89
144
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
84 families put this school as their 1st choice (58% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Scotland Road, Nottingham
Nottingham, NG5 1JU
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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