Toot Hill School
Nottingham, NG13 8BL · Nottinghamshire · secondary school
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3rd of 45 secondary schools in Nottinghamshire we can score. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 8.4/10 against 811 of them, against 8.5/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 69.6 · 90 | 30% | 2.70 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.4 · 79 | 25% | 1.97 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 55.2 · 85 | 10% | 0.85 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Toot Hill School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 67.5% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 55.9, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.4 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did better than those nationally who started from the same place. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (8.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.5 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Duke of Edinburgh Award, play football, rugby, cricket, table tennis, netball or athletics, and participate in bands, artistic workshops, dramatic shows, European trips, scientific research expeditions, historical tours and cultural experiences.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,838 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,850. 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 2023 inspection report address current teaching standards? What support is available for pupils aiming to improve their Progress 8 scores?
What Ofsted said about Toot Hill School
Overview
The report describes a school where leaders hold "high aspirations" and pupils benefit from a "well-organised and ambitious curriculum." Most students enjoy attending, feel safe, and achieve success in their studies and future pathways. The inspection highlights a "calm and purposeful" atmosphere, with particular praise for the "exceptional" quality of the sixth-form provision and the comprehensive personal development programme.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "extensive" and "well considered," with subject staff planning content carefully to build on prior knowledge.
- Teachers use effective strategies, such as "skilled questioning" and specific techniques in mathematics and history, to secure and deepen learning.
- The sixth-form provision is "exceptional," with students described as "committed and aspirational" who confidently discuss complex global issues.
- Personal development is "very comprehensive," including initiatives like the ‘PRIDE’ programme and ‘Well-being Wednesdays’ to support character and health.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well supported, often studying the same curriculum as their peers with appropriate adaptations.
Areas to improve
- The science curriculum is not always implemented consistently; teachers do not always follow the planned order, leading to inconsistent expectations and poor pupil recall.
- Some pupils are "overly anxious" about making mistakes due to strict behaviour expectations, which risks limiting their full involvement in school life.
- Communication with parents is sometimes ineffective, with some feeling insufficiently informed about decisions regarding uniform and behaviour management.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff alert to concerns and leaders working closely with external organisations to support vulnerable pupils.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 56.9 |
| 2024/25 | 55.9 |
| 2025/26 | 55.2 |
| 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.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
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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