Hillside Primary and Nursery School
112%
Capacity
472
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Hillside Primary and Nursery School
Hillside Primary and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Ashfield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 472 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (112% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hillside Primary and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rhian Richardson, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4594th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 30 in Ashfield.
Hillside Primary and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 186 applications for 60 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 67 were first-preference applications.
Hillside Primary and Nursery School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.7/5 from 2 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hillside Primary and Nursery School include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Forest School, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Dance, Netball, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Drama, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.8%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Ashfield, Hillside 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 | Roberts Lane, Nottingham, Ashfield, NG15 6LW |
| Headteacher | Rhian Richardson |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 472 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.8% |
| School Capacity | 472 / 420 (112% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Jul 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4594th of 13,686
Nationally
409th of 1,353
In East Midlands
11th of 30
In Ashfield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
76%
'23/24
69%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
186
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
67 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Roberts Lane, Nottingham
Ashfield, NG15 6LW
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