Endeavour Academy, Nottingham

In its own words: "To enable our school community to achieve the best they can and to become as independent and self-sufficient as possible. To ensure that everyone is empowered to reach their goals and make the most of opportunities that are offered."

From the headteacher's welcome: "It gives me great pleasure to introduce you to Endeavour Academy, which is part of Nexus Multi-Academy Trust. Endeavour Academy is an inclusive and welcoming Special Educational Needs School with an excellent tradition of supporting children and young people with a range of additional needs."

The nearest other special schools to Endeavour Academy are Carlton Digby School (2.2 miles, Outstanding); Bestwood Village School (2.3 miles, Good); Crisp Vocational Provision (3.6 miles); and Rosehill School (3.6 miles, Outstanding).

Endeavour Academy is one of 23 schools run by Nexus Multi Academy Trust, an academy trust.

52.4% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, and 1% speak English as an additional language, according to the 2026 school census.

The largest ethnic groups are White British (77%) and Mixed (11%).

Almost every pupil at Endeavour Academy has an education, health and care plan (105 of 105 in 2026). The most common need among them is autism.

The nearest tram or metro stop is Moor Bridge Tram Stop, about 2.5 miles away in a straight line.

10 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Lodge Farm Lane (adjacent), 290 metres away.

In August 2026, police recorded 192 crimes within a mile of the school, most often anti-social behaviour, violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. That is well above the typical figure around schools in Nottinghamshire (101), as is usual near a town centre.

In 2024/25, Endeavour Academy issued 50 suspensions, 54.3 for every 100 pupils, and no permanent exclusions.