Hucknall Flying High Academy
113%
Capacity
237
Pupils
4.7x
Demand
About Hucknall Flying High Academy
Hucknall Flying High Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the Ashfield community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 237 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (113% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Karl Clowery, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 83% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 948th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 30 in Ashfield.
Hucknall Flying High Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 142 applications for 30 places, making it 4.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 64 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hucknall Flying High Academy include Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Forest School, ICT Suite.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cricket, Dance, Swimming, as well as clubs including Coding, Choir, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Ashfield, Hucknall Flying High 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 | Shepherd Street, Nottingham, Ashfield, NG15 6WU |
| Headteacher | Karl Clowery |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 237 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.5% |
| School Capacity | 237 / 210 (113% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (83%)
948th of 13,686
Nationally
79th of 1,353
In East Midlands
4th of 30
In Ashfield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
83%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
78%
'23/24
83%
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
4Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
142
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
64 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hucknall Flying High Academy
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Contact Information
Shepherd Street, Nottingham
Ashfield, NG15 6WU
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