John Hunt Academy
83%
Capacity
350
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About John Hunt Academy
John Hunt Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Newark and Sherwood community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 350 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated John Hunt Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alison Good /Miss Lisa Devlin, it falls under Nottinghamshire 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 11337th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 32 in Newark and Sherwood.
John Hunt Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 103 applications for 34 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 John Hunt Academy include Dining Hall, Library, Gymnasium, Forest School, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Gymnastics, Dance, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Film Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.5%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Newark and Sherwood, John Hunt 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | London Road, Newark, Newark and Sherwood, NG24 3BN |
| Headteacher | Alison Good /Miss Lisa Devlin |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 350 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.5% |
| School Capacity | 350 / 420 (83% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11337th of 13,686
Nationally
1088th of 1,353
In East Midlands
21st of 32
In Newark and Sherwood
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
47%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
45%
'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
7Facilities 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
103
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
30 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
London Road, Newark
Newark and Sherwood, NG24 3BN
Journey to School
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