Hempshill Hall Primary School
97%
Capacity
406
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Hempshill Hall Primary School
Hempshill Hall Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Nottingham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 406 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hempshill Hall Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sally Dakin, it falls under Nottingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9288th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 48th out of 72 in Nottingham.
Hempshill Hall Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 59 applications for 34 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.
Hempshill Hall Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 85% recommending the school (26 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hempshill Hall Primary School include Forest School, Library, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Athletics, Football, Rounders, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Film Club, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.1%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Nottingham, Hempshill Hall Primary 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 | Armstrong Road, Bulwell, Nottingham, Nottingham, NG6 7AT |
| Headteacher | Sally Dakin |
| Local Authority | Nottingham |
| Number of Pupils | 406 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.1% |
| School Capacity | 406 / 420 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Feb 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9288th of 13,686
Nationally
868th of 1,353
In East Midlands
48th of 72
In Nottingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
55%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
26 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed34
59
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
35 families put this school as their 1st choice (59% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hempshill Hall Primary School
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Contact Information
Armstrong Road, Bulwell, Nottingham
Nottingham, NG6 7AT
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