Forest Glade Primary School

  • Primary
  • Academy
  • Ages 3 to 11
Ofsted: Good

Mansfield Road, Sutton-in-Ashfield, NG17 4FLOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)

Forest Glade Primary School is a primary school in Sutton-in-Ashfield for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 364 schools in Nottinghamshire. It ranks 2nd of 12 primary schools in Sutton-in-Ashfield. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in November 2014.

Ofsted inspection

Inspected 12 November 2014, report published 4 December 2014

Overall effectiveness
Good
Leadership and management
Good
Early years provision
Good

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 18 March 2025

Forest Glade Primary is an exceptional place for pupils to learn. The school has made substantial progress in developing its work over the last few years. This progress is the result of high-quality leadership and teaching. By the end of key stage 2, pupils' outcomes are very strong. All staff are committed to doing the very best for pupils. The thoughtful passion and positive energy of leaders, teachers and support staff are striking. High expectations are the cornerstone of the school's success. Decisions are made in the best interests of pupils. Pupils are keen to learn and are engrossed in their studies. Pupils and staff have respectful relationships. As a result, pupils' behaviour is exceptional. The values of the trust have been adopted and adapted well by the school. Leaders' commitment to instilling aspiration, confidence and kindness in pupils are fully realised. The school 'flies high' and has much exemplary practice to share with others. Pupils are happy and safe. They adore their school. Pupils are especially proud of their appealing playground, which effectively supports their learning of the wider curriculum. There are designated areas for exercise, climbing, activities and socialising. The school's classrooms, corridors and outside space are very well maintained by skilled staff.

Exam results

SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25

30 pupils took the tests

Expected standard in reading, writing and maths93%

93%, 31 percentage points above the England average of 62%.

Higher standard in reading, writing and maths13%

13%, 5 percentage points above the England average of 8%.

Reading, average scaled score112

112, 6 above the England average of 106.

Maths, average scaled score112

112, 7 above the England average of 105.

Grammar, punctuation and spelling, average scaled score109

109, 4 above the England average of 105.

Pupil numbers and mix

234 pupils on roll, with places for 210

Eligible for free school meals26.1%

26.1%, 0.4 percentage points below the England average of 26.5%.

English as an additional language12%

12%, 9.6 percentage points below the England average of 21.6%.

Special educational needs support12%

12%, 2.8 percentage points below the England average of 14.8%.

Education, health and care plan3%

3%, 3 percentage points below the England average of 6%.

Schools near Forest Glade Primary School

SchoolDistanceOfstedResults
Dalestorth Primary and Nursery School0.3 milesOfsted: Good43% met the expected standard
Priestsic Primary and Nursery School0.4 milesOfsted: Good42% met the expected standard
Hillocks Primary Academy0.5 milesOfsted: Requires improvement32% met the expected standard
Croft Primary School0.6 milesOfsted judgements: Requires improvement to good59% met the expected standard
St Andrew's CofE Primary and Nursery School0.8 milesOfsted: Good71% met the expected standard

School details

School type
Academy converter
Sector
Academy
Trust
FLYING HIGH TRUST
Age range
3 to 11
Gender
Mixed
Nursery classes
Yes
Headteacher
Mr Steven Champion
Address
Mansfield Road, Sutton-in-Ashfield, NG17 4FL
Local authority
Nottinghamshire
URN
147715

School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.