Nottingham High School

URN: 122915 • Nottingham NG7 4ED

Overview

Name
Nottingham High School
URN
122915
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Selective
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
42.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Paul Spedding (since 2025) , Headmaster
Telephone
01159786056
Website
Visit
Address
Waverley Mount, Nottingham NG7 4ED

Summary

Nottingham High School is an independent mixed school located in Nottingham, accommodating 1,186 pupils with a capacity of 1,280. The school offers a comprehensive educational experience, beginning with Squirrels Nursery for ages 3-4, and continuing through to the Sixth Form for ages 16-18. The curriculum is designed to foster academic excellence alongside personal development, with a strong emphasis on mutual respect and tolerance in a diverse society.

The school boasts impressive academic results, with 92% of A Level grades awarded at A*/A/B and 30% achieving A*. Beyond academics, Nottingham High School encourages students to engage in a wide range of extracurricular activities, with over 120 clubs available to explore various interests and talents.

Community and wellbeing are central to the school's ethos, with initiatives aimed at promoting physical and mental health. Regular events, such as Open Days and Taster Days, provide opportunities for prospective families to experience the school's vibrant environment and supportive community firsthand.

Key details

LA
Nottingham
Age range
3 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1280
Pupils
1186
Boys
735
Girls
451
FSM %
Open date
1913-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Nottinghamshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1186 735 451 1280
2024-09-11 1178 747 431 1280
2023-09-11 1158 782 376 1180 0.00
2022-09-11 1158 782 376 1180 0.00
2021-09-11 1095 770 325 1180 0.00
2020-09-11 1080 800 280 1180 0.00

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