Nottingham University Academy of Science and Technology
Nottingham, NG7 2PL · Nottingham · secondary school
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6th of 19 secondary schools in Nottingham we can score. 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 — 8.2/10 against 658 of them, against 6.5/10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.84 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 63.1 · 85 | 30% | 2.55 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | -0.16 · 38 | 25% | 0.95 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 51.5 · 76 | 10% | 0.76 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Nottingham University Academy of Science and Technology overview
How it's doing
The school is rated Good by Ofsted, following an inspection in 2022. In 2024/25, 52.5% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 51.1, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was -0.16 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did slightly worse than those nationally who started from the same place. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join clubs including Knitting, Boardgame/Chess, Medical Society, ECO Club, The Brilliant Club, Vex Robotics, LGBTQ+ Support Group, and Textiles and Sewing. Sports options include Football, Netball, Cricket, Running, Sports Leaders, and Duke of Edinburgh. Music groups cover Guitar and Ukulele. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 928 pupils against a stated capacity of 935. 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 to improve their progress scores? What specific support is available for students aiming for higher attainment in English and maths?
What Ofsted said about Nottingham University Academy of Science and Technology
Overview
The inspection found the school to be ‘Good’ overall, with ‘Outstanding’ provision for sixth-form students. Pupils are described as ‘safe and happy’, benefiting from a ‘calm and focused’ environment where relationships are ‘polite and respectful’. The school’s distinct focus on science and technology underpins an ‘ambitious curriculum’ that prepares learners well for future study.
Strengths
- Sixth-form provision is ‘exceptional’, with students benefiting from ‘enriching opportunities’ and strong character development.
- Teachers ‘skilfully check what pupils know’ and adapt instruction to ensure learning is embedded, helping pupils ‘know more and remember more over time’.
- Leaders have developed a ‘high-quality curriculum’ that builds knowledge progressively, particularly in mathematics and engineering.
- Staff morale is ‘positive’, with employees feeling ‘well supported by leaders’ and proud to work at the school.
- Personal development is supported through a ‘comprehensive’ personal, social, health and economic education and a robust careers programme.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure pupils at an early stage of reading receive full support to become ‘fluent readers’ with comprehension.
- Provision for younger pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is not yet as strong as it should be; leaders must ensure all such pupils receive appropriate support.
- Too many pupils are ‘regularly absent’, missing important learning; leaders must provide necessary support to improve attendance.
Safeguarding
The report states that ‘the arrangements for safeguarding are effective’, with robust systems in place to check and record pupils’ safety.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 45.9 |
| 2024/25 | 51.1 |
| 2025/26 | 51.5 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
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Next dates
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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