John King Infant Academy

  • Primary
  • Academy
  • Ages 5 to 7
Ofsted: Outstanding

Church Street West, Pinxton, NG16 6NBOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)

John King Infant Academy is a primary school in Pinxton for ages 5 to 7. It is one of the 449 schools in Derbyshire. Its latest Ofsted rating is Outstanding, from an inspection in June 2024.

Ofsted inspection

Inspected 11 June 2024, report published 2 July 2024

Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour and attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership and management
Outstanding
Early years provision
Outstanding
Safeguarding
Met

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 11 June 2024

This is an inspirational school where pupils flourish and learning comes alive. Pupils who were asked to describe their school used words such as 'amazing', 'beautiful' and 'brilliant'. They understand that 'we are here to learn'. They are rightly proud of their achievements. Pupils' behaviour is excellent. They are kind and caring towards each other and respectful to adults. They are enthusiastic and attentive in lessons. Pupils understand the importance of trying hard and not giving up if something is tricky to learn. Pupils take great care when presenting their work and the quality of their work in books is impressive. There is a range of popular clubs and activities to enhance pupils' broader personal development. These include activities such as sports, yoga, drama, mindfulness and coding. The school makes sure that activities are accessible for everyone, including pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Trained staff are available to support pupils' social, emotional and mental health needs. Pupils are encouraged to talk to someone or use the class 'worry monsters' if they have concerns. During their time at the school, pupils typically achieve very well. They achieve above-average results in reading, writing and mathematics tests.

Pupil numbers and mix

90 pupils on roll, with places for 120

Eligible for free school meals37.8%

37.8%, 11.3 percentage points above the England average of 26.5%.

English as an additional language3.3%

3.3%, 18.3 percentage points below the England average of 21.6%.

Special educational needs support8.9%

8.9%, 5.9 percentage points below the England average of 14.8%.

Education, health and care plan1.1%

1.1%, 4.9 percentage points below the England average of 6%.

Schools near John King Infant Academy

SchoolDistanceOfstedResults
Kirkstead Junior Academy0.1 milesOfsted: Good93% met the expected standard
Longwood Infant Academy0.5 milesOfsted: OutstandingNot published
The Brigg Infant School1 mileOfsted: GoodNot published
Glebe Junior School1 mileOfsted: GoodNot published
The Green Flying High Academy1 mileOfsted judgements: OutstandingNot published

School details

School type
Academy converter
Sector
Academy
Trust
FLYING HIGH TRUST
Age range
5 to 7
Gender
Mixed
Nursery classes
No
Headteacher
Mrs Anne Ingle
Address
Church Street West, Pinxton, NG16 6NB
Local authority
Derbyshire
URN
145328

School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.