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Springfield Academy

Springfield Academy

Nottingham, NG6 8BLPrimary School·Ages 3-11
Goodby Ofsted

100%

Capacity

219

Pupils

1.6x

Demand

About Springfield Academy

Springfield Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Nottingham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 219 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 220 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Springfield Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jackie Hill, it falls under Nottingham local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 45% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11722nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 63rd out of 72 in Nottingham.

Springfield Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 25 applications for 16 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Springfield Academy include Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Cross Country, Netball, as well as clubs including Chess, Gardening, Choir.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 60.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Nottingham, Springfield 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range3 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressLawton Drive, Bulwell, Nottingham, Nottingham, NG6 8BL
HeadteacherJackie Hill
Local AuthorityNottingham
Number of Pupils219
Free School Meals (FSM)60.8%
School Capacity219 / 220 (100% full)
Nursery ClassesYes

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

14 Sept 2021
View Report

Overall Effectiveness

Good

Improved
Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Good

Source: Ofsted, 10 Nov 2021. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (45%)

11722nd of 13,686

Nationally

Top 86%

1136th of 1,353

In East Midlands

Top 84%

63rd of 72

In Nottingham

Top 88%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

45%

Expected Standard

0%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 100
Expected:59%
Higher:14%
Writing
Expected:64%
Higher:0%
MathsAvg Score: 100
Expected:64%
Higher:0%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeDeclining -7%

'22/23

52%

'23/24

45%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

AutismMental HealthSpeech & LanguageVisionPhysicalLearning Difficulty

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

5
Outdoor PlaygroundGymnasiumSensory RoomPlaying FieldsChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

7

Sports

FootballGymnasticsCross CountryNetball

Clubs & Activities

ChessGardeningChoir

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

16

Applications

25

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio1.6x
0x1x2x3x5x+

16 families put this school as their 1st choice (64% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Springfield Academy

Springfield Academy has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01159155769www.springfieldacademy.co.uk

Lawton Drive, Bulwell, Nottingham

Nottingham, NG6 8BL

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Lawton Drive, Bulwell, Nottingham

Nottingham, NG6 8BL

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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