The West Park Academy
URN: 144885 • Nottingham NG17 8EE
Overview
- Name
- The West Park Academy
- URN
- 144885
- 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
- 51.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sarah Baldwin (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01623460274
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Vernon Road, Nottingham NG17 8EE
Summary
The West Park Academy, located in Nottingham, is a mixed primary academy sponsored by The Forge Trust, accommodating 269 pupils with a capacity of 290. The school promotes a strong ethos encapsulated in its motto, "Labor Omnia Vincit," which translates to "hard work conquers all." This reflects the academy's commitment to instilling a robust work ethic in its students, encouraging them to be reflective, resourceful, and resilient.
The curriculum at West Park Academy prioritises the development of essential skills in Mathematics and English, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their transition to secondary education and beyond. The school aims to equip children with the necessary tools for academic success while fostering positive relationships and the ability to take calculated risks in life.
With a significant percentage of pupils (43.90%) eligible for free school meals, West Park Academy is dedicated to supporting its diverse community. The school provides a welcoming environment for both new and transferring students, focusing on making the transition to school as smooth as possible for families. For more information, parents can visit the school's website at www.westparkacademy.co.uk.
The curriculum at West Park Academy prioritises the development of essential skills in Mathematics and English, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their transition to secondary education and beyond. The school aims to equip children with the necessary tools for academic success while fostering positive relationships and the ability to take calculated risks in life.
With a significant percentage of pupils (43.90%) eligible for free school meals, West Park Academy is dedicated to supporting its diverse community. The school provides a welcoming environment for both new and transferring students, focusing on making the transition to school as smooth as possible for families. For more information, parents can visit the school's website at www.westparkacademy.co.uk.
Useful links
- Absence & Illness (sen)
- SEND (sen)
- Events (calendar)
- Parent Newsletters (calendar)
- Home (other)
- Principal’s Welcome (other)
- Cookie Policy (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
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Key details
- LA
- Nottinghamshire
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE FORGE TRUST
- Capacity
- 290
- Pupils
- 269
- Boys
- 151
- Girls
- 118
- FSM %
- 43.90
- Open date
- 2017-12-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-05-19
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Nottinghamshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 269 | 151 | 118 | 290 | 43.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 247 | 136 | 111 | 290 | 42.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 225 | 118 | 107 | 290 | 46.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 225 | 118 | 107 | 290 | 46.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 232 | 117 | 115 | 290 | 42.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 257 | 122 | 135 | 290 | 30.80 |
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