Friesland School
URN: 145966 • Sandiacre NG10 5AF
Overview
- Name
- Friesland School
- URN
- 145966
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- THE TWO COUNTIES TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Craig Patterson (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01159397326
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Nursery Avenue, Sandiacre NG10 5AF
Summary
Friesland School, located in Sandiacre, Derbyshire, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 1,235 students, slightly below its capacity of 1,323. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where students can thrive academically and personally. Upholding values of Ambition, Honesty, Teamwork, and Respect, Friesland aims to challenge students to meet high expectations in both their studies and conduct.
The curriculum at Friesland is designed to provide a well-rounded education, encouraging students to achieve their best possible exam results while also engaging in a variety of creative, cultural, and extra-curricular activities. The dedicated staff work diligently to help students develop their talents and prepare for future opportunities.
Friesland School prioritises safety and security, creating a nurturing atmosphere for learning. The school encourages parental involvement through guided tours and open evenings, allowing families to experience the school community firsthand. For more information, parents can visit the school's website.
The curriculum at Friesland is designed to provide a well-rounded education, encouraging students to achieve their best possible exam results while also engaging in a variety of creative, cultural, and extra-curricular activities. The dedicated staff work diligently to help students develop their talents and prepare for future opportunities.
Friesland School prioritises safety and security, creating a nurturing atmosphere for learning. The school encourages parental involvement through guided tours and open evenings, allowing families to experience the school community firsthand. For more information, parents can visit the school's website.
Useful links
- TTCT Governance Hub (governance)
- Becoming a Governor (governance)
- Governors (governance)
- Year 10 Induction Evening Presentaion (sen)
- Year 9 Induction Evening Presentation (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- News and Events (calendar)
- Admissions / Transition (other)
- Cookie Policy (other)
- Policies and Documents (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Friesland School (65.4)
Key details
- LA
- Derbyshire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- THE TWO COUNTIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 1323
- Pupils
- 1235
- Boys
- 635
- Girls
- 600
- FSM %
- 28.80
- Open date
- 2018-06-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-11-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Nottinghamshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1235 | 635 | 600 | 1323 | 28.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1280 | 654 | 626 | 1323 | 26.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1293 | 651 | 642 | 1323 | 21.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1293 | 651 | 642 | 1323 | 21.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1290 | 687 | 603 | 1323 | 18.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1263 | 677 | 586 | 1323 | 14.80 |
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