The Green Flying High Academy
74%
Capacity
134
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About The Green Flying High Academy
The Green Flying High Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bolsover community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 134 pupils on roll, operating at 74% capacity.
the school is led by headteacher Jess Smith, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
The Green Flying High Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 77 applications for 42 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 42 were first-preference applications.
The Green Flying High Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 94% recommending the school (33 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Green Flying High Academy include Forest School, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Football, Cricket, Swimming, as well as clubs including Film Club, Book Club, Gardening, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bolsover, The Green Flying High 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 | 4 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | 13 New Street, Alfreton, Bolsover, DE55 2BS |
| Headteacher | Jess Smith |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 134 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.6% |
| School Capacity | 134 / 180 (74% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Oct 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
33 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed42
77
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
42 families put this school as their 1st choice (55% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
13 New Street, Alfreton
Bolsover, DE55 2BS
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