Hillside Primary and Nursery School, Nottingham

In its own words: "At Hillside, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to thrive in a safe, inclusive, and inspiring environment. Our vision is simple: to nurture strong character, broaden horizons, and develop confident communicators who are ready for life beyond the classroom."

From the headteacher's welcome: "Welcome to Hillside Primary and Nursery School. At Hillside, our aim is to provide a nurturing and inspiring environment in which every child feels safe, secure, happy and motivated to learn. We believe that when children feel valued and supported, they thrive - not only academically, but also as confident individuals who develop their own unique talents and strengths."

Coming up: an open evening on Thursday 19 November 2026 at 3.30pm. Check the school's website before you go, as dates can change.

In 2025, 78% of Year 6 pupils at Hillside Primary and Nursery School reached the expected standard in reading and 83% in maths. At the average state primary the figures were 77% and 76% in Nottinghamshire and 77% and 75% across England.

Results were similar in 2024 (80% in reading, 85% in maths).

For September 2026 entry, 45 families put Hillside Primary and Nursery School as their first choice and 157 named it as one of their preferences, for 51 places offered. It had fewer first-choice applications than places. Every family who put it first was offered a place there for 2026 entry.

The nearest other state primary schools to Hillside Primary and Nursery School are Holgate Primary and Nursery School (0.4 miles); Hucknall National Church of England Primary School (0.5 miles, 87% reading, 80% maths); Leen Mills Primary School (0.9 miles, Good, 66% reading, 64% maths); and Holy Cross Primary Catholic Voluntary Academy (0.9 miles, Good, 76% reading, 79% maths).

Hillside Primary and Nursery School's 2025 results were higher than 2 of these 3 schools.

Hillside Primary and Nursery School is one of 39 schools run by Flying High Trust, an academy trust.

Across the trust's primary schools, 74% of Year 6 pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths in 2024/25.

6.6% speak English as an additional language, against 18.8% on average, according to the 2026 school census.

The largest ethnic groups are White British (75%) and Mixed (7%).

In 2026, 61 pupils (13.4%) received SEN support and 4 (0.9%) had an education, health and care plan, against 16.2% and 4.6% at the average state school. The most common need among them is speech, language and communication needs.

The nearest railway station is Hucknall Rail Station, about 0.9 miles away in a straight line.

4 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Park Avenue (opposite), 130 metres away.

In August 2026, police recorded 179 crimes within a mile of the school, most often violence and sexual offences, anti-social behaviour and shoplifting. That is well above the typical figure around schools in Nottinghamshire (101), as is usual near a town centre.

Hillside Primary and Nursery School recorded no suspensions or permanent exclusions in 2024/25.

The secondary schools closest to Hillside Primary and Nursery School are The National CofE Academy (0.4 miles) and The Holgate Academy (0.6 miles).