Brierley Forest Primary and Nursery School

URN: 149209 • Sutton-in-Ashfield NG17 2HT

Overview

Name
Brierley Forest Primary and Nursery School
URN
149209
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
TRANSFORM TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
40.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sarah Griffith (since 2025)
Telephone
01623553189
Website
Visit
Address
Westbourne View, Sutton-in-Ashfield NG17 2HT

Summary

Brierley Forest Primary and Nursery School, located in Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, is a mixed academy catering to 279 pupils, with a capacity of 420. The school emphasizes a supportive and inclusive environment, where values such as belonging, caring, resilience, and integrity are integral to the educational experience. The Head Teacher, Sarah Griffith, highlights the importance of determination and perseverance, fostering a sense of community among students and staff.

The curriculum at Brierley Forest is designed to provide a well-rounded education, with a strong focus on history that encourages critical thinking and understanding of diverse societies. The school aims to equip pupils with essential skills while nurturing their individual identities and perspectives. Additionally, Brierley Forest offers a nursery program that admits children from the term after their third birthday, with multiple intakes throughout the year.

With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (45.7%), Brierley Forest is committed to addressing the needs of its community and ensuring that all children thrive. Parents can find more information about the school’s ethos, curriculum, and admissions on their website.

Key details

LA
Nottinghamshire
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
TRANSFORM TRUST
Capacity
420
Pupils
279
Boys
159
Girls
120
FSM %
45.70
Open date
2022-10-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Nottinghamshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 279 159 120 420 45.70
2024-09-11 291 157 134 420 48.40
2023-09-11 420
2022-09-11 420

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