The Parkgate Academy
URN: 143140 • Newark NG22 9TH
Overview
- Name
- The Parkgate Academy
- URN
- 143140
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE FORGE TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 56.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Reece Davy (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01623860584
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Whinney Lane, Newark NG22 9TH
Summary
The Parkgate Academy, located in Newark, Nottinghamshire, is a mixed primary academy sponsored by The Forge Trust. With a current enrolment of 348 pupils and a capacity of 439, the school serves a diverse community, with 43.2% of students eligible for free school meals. The academy is committed to fostering a supportive environment where high standards are maintained across all aspects of school life, enabling children to reach their full potential.
The school's ethos is encapsulated in its motto, "Labor Omnia Vincit," which translates to "hard work conquers all." This reflects the academy's focus on instilling a strong work ethic in students, encouraging them to be reflective, resourceful, and resilient. The curriculum prioritises essential skills in Mathematics and English, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their transition to secondary education and beyond.
The Parkgate Academy also places a strong emphasis on community engagement and support for families, making the transition into school life as smooth as possible. Parents can access important information, including term dates and school meals, through the academy's website, fostering a collaborative relationship between the school and home.
The school's ethos is encapsulated in its motto, "Labor Omnia Vincit," which translates to "hard work conquers all." This reflects the academy's focus on instilling a strong work ethic in students, encouraging them to be reflective, resourceful, and resilient. The curriculum prioritises essential skills in Mathematics and English, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their transition to secondary education and beyond.
The Parkgate Academy also places a strong emphasis on community engagement and support for families, making the transition into school life as smooth as possible. Parents can access important information, including term dates and school meals, through the academy's website, fostering a collaborative relationship between the school and home.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- Absence & Illness (sen)
- SEND (sen)
- Events (calendar)
- Parent Newsletters (calendar)
- Home (other)
- Cookie Policy (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
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Key details
- LA
- Nottinghamshire
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE FORGE TRUST
- Capacity
- 439
- Pupils
- 348
- Boys
- 200
- Girls
- 148
- FSM %
- 43.20
- Open date
- 2016-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-05-09
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Nottinghamshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 348 | 200 | 148 | 439 | 43.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 361 | 199 | 162 | 439 | 47.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 362 | 194 | 168 | 439 | 38.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 362 | 194 | 168 | 439 | 38.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 342 | 181 | 161 | 439 | 33.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 318 | 175 | 143 | 439 | 36.30 |
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