The Glapton Academy
91%
Capacity
301
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About The Glapton Academy
The Glapton Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Nottingham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 301 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 330 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated The Glapton Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Samantha Leek, it falls under Nottingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5729th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 72 in Nottingham.
The Glapton Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 46 applications for 23 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 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 The Glapton Academy include Art Studios, Library, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Football, Athletics, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.1%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Nottingham, The Glapton 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 | Glapton Lane, Nottingham, Nottingham, NG11 8EA |
| Headteacher | Samantha Leek |
| Local Authority | Nottingham |
| Number of Pupils | 301 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.1% |
| School Capacity | 301 / 330 (91% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (29 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 27 Jun 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5729th of 13,686
Nationally
510th of 1,353
In East Midlands
23rd of 72
In Nottingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
66%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
46
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Glapton Lane, Nottingham
Nottingham, NG11 8EA
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