Sparken Hill Academy
98%
Capacity
562
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Sparken Hill Academy
Sparken Hill Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bassetlaw community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 562 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 575 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Sparken Hill Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Richard Lilley, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 49% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10965th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 29th out of 44 in Bassetlaw.
Sparken Hill Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 138 applications for 73 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 67 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 Sparken Hill Academy include Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Library, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Tennis, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Eco Club, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 43.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bassetlaw, Sparken Hill 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 | Sparken Hill, Worksop, Bassetlaw, S80 1AW |
| Headteacher | Richard Lilley |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 562 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 43.3% |
| School Capacity | 562 / 575 (98% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (3 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Jan 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (49%)
10965th of 13,686
Nationally
1053rd of 1,353
In East Midlands
29th of 44
In Bassetlaw
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
49%
Expected Standard
1%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
49%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed73
138
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
67 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Sparken Hill, Worksop
Bassetlaw, S80 1AW
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