Springbank Academy
87%
Capacity
217
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Springbank Academy
Springbank Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Broxtowe community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 217 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 250 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Springbank Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Adam Lumley, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9170th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 25 in Broxtowe.
Springbank Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 35 applications for 21 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Springbank Academy include Art Studios, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Netball, Football, Cricket, as well as clubs including Book Club, Choir, Art Club, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 41.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Broxtowe, Springbank 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Peacock Drive, Nottingham, Broxtowe, NG16 3HW |
| Headteacher | Adam Lumley |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 217 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 41.7% |
| School Capacity | 217 / 250 (87% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9170th of 13,686
Nationally
853rd of 1,353
In East Midlands
19th of 25
In Broxtowe
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
56%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed21
35
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
17 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
Peacock Drive, Nottingham
Broxtowe, NG16 3HW
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