Heathfield Primary and Nursery School
Scotland Road, Basford, Nottingham, NG5 1JUOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Heathfield Primary and Nursery School is a primary school in Nottingham for ages 3 to 11. It is one of the 117 schools in Nottingham. It ranks 175th of 186 primary schools in Nottingham. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in December 2023.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 6 December 2023, report published 21 January 2024
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Good
- Personal development
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 6 December 2023
There is a strong sense of community that unites the school's two sites. The school's motto of 'thriving together' ensures every child receives a strong start to their primary education. Pupils know that the school listens and acts on their views and opinions because 'it cares'. Parents and carers hold the school in high regard. As one parent commented, typical of many: 'The school is fantastic. It goes above and beyond and my children enjoy coming.' Pupils appreciate the many visits and visitors they have that help them to learn more about their curriculum and the wider world. The school ensures that all pupils, regardless of their age or which school site they attend, have opportunities to attend clubs that link to sports, the arts and music. Pupils' talents and interests are spotted quickly and nurtured. Expectations for pupils' behaviour in school are high. The 'Heathfield Pledge' helps pupils to make good choices in their behaviour. All pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), live out the pledge both in lessons and during social times. School is a calm and purposeful place where everyone can learn.
What the school should improve
- The school's approach to the development of pupils' language and vocabulary is not as sharp as it could be. This slows down the progress pupils make and may lead to gaps in future learning. The school must ensure that all pupils develop their language and vocabulary in meaningful ways so that they can deepen their understanding of the school's curriculum.
- The school has implemented systems to ensure that the needs of pupils with SEND are well considered. However, some of these systems are not yet fully embedded. This means that some pupils with SEND are not as well prepared for their next steps in learning as they could be. The school must ensure that all systems and procedures to meet the needs of pupils with SEND are embedded so that they receive the most effective support in readiness for their next stage in education.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
88 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
704 pupils on roll, with places for 700
Schools near Heathfield Primary and Nursery School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Green Crescent School | 0.4 miles | Ofsted: Requires improvement | Not published |
| Djanogly Northgate Academy | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | 67% met the expected standard |
| Old Basford School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | 57% met the expected standard |
| Southwark Primary School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | 60% met the expected standard |
| Whitemoor Academy (Primary and Nursery) | 0.6 miles | Ofsted: Good | 49% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Community school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Co Headteacher Julia Dickens Gareth Hicks
- Phone
- 01159155725
- Address
- Scotland Road, Basford, Nottingham, NG5 1JU
- Local authority
- Nottingham
- URN
- 122442
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.