The Bulwell Academy, Nottingham
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Location
Estimated admission likelihood based on school density and oversubscription data
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Overall
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
The Bulwell Academy has created a caring, inclusive community where pupils feel valued and supported. Staff build strong relationships with students and work hard to remove barriers to learning, particularly for vulnerable pupils. The school has successfully improved attendance and behaviour through decisive leadership and clear expectations.
Key Strengths
- Strong improvements in attendance and behaviour through targeted support and clear expectations
- Inclusive community with effective support for vulnerable pupils and those with special educational needs
- Caring staff who build positive relationships and know pupils well
- Robust safeguarding culture where pupils feel safe and valued
- Good careers guidance and preparation for next steps
Areas for Improvement
- Pupils' attainment and progress are typically below national averages
- Inconsistent quality of teaching means some pupils don't receive precise support they need
- Some pupils struggle with writing skills across the curriculum
- Gaps in learning for pupils with lower attendance
- Teachers don't always check understanding thoroughly enough during lessons
Safeguarding
Safeguarding standards are met - leaders have established an open culture where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and pupils feel safe.
Extracurricular Activities
Duke of Edinburgh's Award scheme, school council, peer mentors, careers fair, university visits, work experience placements, community hub activities, trips
The Bulwell Academy has made significant improvements to its culture, attendance, and behaviour under decisive leadership. However, pupils' attainment remains below national averages, and teaching quality is inconsistent across the school.
At a Glance
55.6%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
Yes
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
Class Sizes
25.2
Avg class size
40
Total classes
8 classes with more than 30 pupils
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
100%
Over capacity
1,051 pupils
1,050 capacity
1 places over capacity
Area Demand Pressure - Nottingham
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for Nottingham
Admissions Demand - Nottingham
Places available
3,568
Applications
3,566
Got 1st preference
79.2%
Got preferred school
94.0%
Secondary admissions across Nottingham (2025/26)
Inspection History(105)
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SEN Provision
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Pupil Demographics
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Teachers & Staff
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School Funding
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Pupil Absence2024/25
10.99692%
Overall absence
33.24373%
Persistent absence
1,116
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
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Feeder Primary Schools
Primary schools that likely feed into this school, based on proximity
The Bulwell Academy
Bulwell St Mary's Primary and Nursery School
Springfield Academy
Cantrell Primary and Nursery School
Rufford Primary and Nursery School
Stanstead Flying High Academy
Snape Wood Primary and Nursery School
Crabtree Farm Primary School
Westglade Primary School
Our Lady of Perpetual Succour Catholic Primary School
Rise Park Primary and Nursery School
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