The Milford Academy
92%
Capacity
451
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About The Milford Academy
The Milford Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Nottingham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 451 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 488 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated The Milford Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joseph Turner, it falls under Nottingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7067th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 72 in Nottingham.
The Milford Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 75 applications for 43 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 43 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Milford Academy include Gymnasium, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Swimming, Rounders, Football and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Chess, Drama, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Nottingham, The Milford 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 | Dungannon Road, Nottingham, Nottingham, NG11 9BT |
| Headteacher | Joseph Turner |
| Local Authority | Nottingham |
| Number of Pupils | 451 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 35.2% |
| School Capacity | 451 / 488 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Jun 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (30 Jun 2021): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 7 Mar 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7067th of 13,686
Nationally
638th of 1,353
In East Midlands
31st of 72
In Nottingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
62%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed43
75
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
43 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Dungannon Road, Nottingham
Nottingham, NG11 9BT
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