Beeston Fields Flying High Academy
Nottingham, NG9 2RG · Nottinghamshire · primary school
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44th of 229 primary schools in Nottinghamshire we can score, 286 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 8.1/10 against 1,567 of them, against 6.8/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 68.0 · 60 | 62% | 3.70 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 14.0 · 81 | 38% | 3.12 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Beeston Fields Flying High Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 68.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 14.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the HAF Club, participate in sports like dodgeball, soft archery, football, and basketball, or engage in arts and crafts and dance. A breakfast club and an after-school club are available for wraparound care.
Getting in
The published school roll is 345 pupils against a stated capacity of 376. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the HAF Club?
What Ofsted said about Beeston Fields Flying High Academy
Overview
Pupils at Beeston Fields Flying High Academy “thrive in an aspirational and nurturing environment” and benefit from an “exceptional quality of education.” The inspection found that the school is “ambitious for all pupils,” ensuring every child receives the support needed to succeed within an inclusive ethos. Consequently, pupils achieve well, demonstrating positive attitudes and a strong sense of belonging.
Strengths
- The early years provision offers an “excellent start to their education,” with staff using “high-quality spoken interactions” to prepare children for key stage 1.
- An “ambitious reading culture” successfully develops pupils’ love of reading through daily teacher-led sessions and carefully chosen diverse texts.
- The curriculum is “aspirational” and exceeds national expectations in some areas, with teachers consistently checking understanding to help pupils “know and remember more.”
- Arrangements for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are “highly effective,” including therapeutic nurture provision that ensures these pupils “achieve very well.”
- The school is “exceptionally well led and managed,” with leaders considering staff workload and well-being, resulting in staff who are “incredibly proud” to work there.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective.”
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 70% |
| 2023/24 | 73% |
| 2024/25 | 68% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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