John King Infant Academy
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
Schools near John King Infant Academy
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kirkstead Junior Academy | 0.1 miles | Ofsted: Good | 93% met the expected standard |
| Longwood Infant Academy | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding | Not published |
| The Brigg Infant School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Glebe Junior School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| The Green Flying High Academy | 1 mile | Ofsted judgements: Outstanding | Not 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
- Phone
- 01773303420
- 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.