Healdswood Infants' and Nursery School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 3-7 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Barker Avenue Skegby Sutton-in-Ashfield Nottinghamshire NG17 3FQ |
| Reference Number | 122488 |
Healdswood Infants' and Nursery School is performing at an expected standard, with notable strengths evident in its early years provision and inclusive practices. The school provides a nurturing environment where pupils feel secure and valued, which supports their emotional well-being and readiness to learn. Strong relationships between staff and pupils help foster a sense of belonging, and the curriculum is thoughtfully designed to engage students, particularly in early language development. However, there are areas of concern regarding attendance rates and the need for improvement in students' writing fluency and accuracy, particularly for those with additional needs. Leaders are addressing these issues, but progress is still necessary.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 198 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 51.01%
Girls: 48.99% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 43.9% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 9.1% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 26.8 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 26.6 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 26 | 29 | 55 |
| 2 | 33 | 25 | 58 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 84.3% |
| White, Other | 7.6% |
| African | 2.5% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 2% |
| Indian | 1% |
| Asian, Other | 1% |
| Unclassified | 0.5% |
| Mixed, Other | 0.5% |
| Pakistani | 0.5% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Needs attention |
| > Leadership & Governance | Needs attention |
| > Personal Development & Wellbeing | Expected standard |
| > Achievement | Needs attention |
| > Attendance & Behaviour | Needs attention |
| > Curriculum & Teaching | Needs attention |
| > Inclusion | Expected standard |
| > Early Years | Expected standard |
| Last Report Date | 13 Jan 2026 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 13 Jan 2026 | School inspection |
| 16 Nov 2021 | School inspection |
| 07 Mar 2018 | Full inspection |
| 15 Jul 2014 | Full inspection |
| 15 May 2013 | Monitoring visit |
| 30 Jan 2013 | Full inspection |
| 02 Dec 2009 | Full inspection |
| 12 Mar 2007 | Full inspection |
| 11 Mar 2002 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- High-quality early years provision that supports children's development.
- Strong relationships between staff and pupils fostering a sense of security.
- Commitment to inclusion and support for disadvantaged pupils.
- Effective use of pupil premium funding to remove barriers to learning.
- Engaging extracurricular activities that promote community involvement.
Areas for Improvement
- Pupils' attendance is below national levels.
- Persistent absence rates are too high.
- Inconsistent teaching practices affecting writing skills.
- Some pupils are not developing reading fluency adequately.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 5 | 2 |
| Third Preference | 2 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Skegby Junior Academy
Ash Grove, Skegby, Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, NG17 3FH |
0.37 miles |
|
St Andrew's CofE Primary and Nursery School
Mansfield Road, Skegby, Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, NG17 3DW |
0.81 miles |
|
Brierley Forest Primary and Nursery School
Westbourne View, Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, NG17 2HT |
1 miles |
|
St Mary Magdalene CofE Primary School
Springwood View Close, Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, NG17 2HR |
1.16 miles |
|
Priestsic Primary and Nursery School
Park Street, Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, NG17 4BB |
1.27 miles |
|
Forest Glade Primary School
Mansfield Road, Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, NG17 4FL |
1.28 miles |
|
Woodland View Primary and Nursery School
Barker Street, Huthwaite, Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, NG17 2LH |
1.33 miles |
|
Dalestorth Primary and Nursery School
Hill Crescent, Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, NG17 4JA |
1.37 miles |
|
Croft Primary School
Station Road, Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, NG17 5FJ |
1.59 miles |
|
Huthwaite All Saints Church of England Infant and Nursery School
Common Road, Huthwaite, Nottinghamshire, NG17 2JR |
1.65 miles |
|
Hillocks Primary Academy
Unwin Road, Sutton-in-Ashfield, NG17 4ND |
1.73 miles |
|
Mapplewells Primary and Nursery School
Henning Lane, Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, NG17 1HU |
1.75 miles |
|
Leamington Primary and Nursery Academy
Clare Road, Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, NG17 5BB |
2.13 miles |
|
The Flying High Academy
Somersall Street, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG19 6EW |
2.16 miles |
|
Intake Farm Primary School
Armstrong Road, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG19 6JA |
2.25 miles |
|
Redgate Primary Academy
Somersall Street, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG19 6EL |
2.27 miles |
|
Crescent Primary School
Booth Crescent, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG19 7LF |
2.36 miles |
|
Farmilo Primary School and Nursery
Woburn Lane, Pleasley, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG19 7RT |
2.4 miles |
|
Anthony Bek Community Primary School
Rotherham Road, Pleasley, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG19 7PG |
2.53 miles |
|
Wainwright Primary Academy
Harrop White Road, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG19 6TF |
2.59 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Quarrydale Academy
Stoneyford Road, Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, NG17 2DU |
0.69 miles |
|
Westbourne School
Huthwaite School, Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, NG17 2EL |
1.32 miles |
|
Sutton Community Academy
High Pavement, Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, NG17 1EE |
1.51 miles |
|
Ashfield Comprehensive School
Sutton Road, Kirkby-in-Ashfield, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG17 8HP |
2.33 miles |
|
All Saints' Catholic Voluntary Academy
Broomhill Lane, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG19 6BW |
2.62 miles |
|
The Beech Academy
Fairholme Drive, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG19 6DX |
2.63 miles |
|
Queen Elizabeth's Academy
Chesterfield Road South, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG19 7AP |
3.02 miles |
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Tibshelf Community School
Doe Hill Lane, Tibshelf, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 5LZ |
3.18 miles |
|
Outwood Academy Kirkby
Tennyson Street, Kirkby-in-Ashfield, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG17 7DH |
3.39 miles |
|
R.E.A.L. Independent Schools Mansfield
6 Woodhouse Road, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG18 2AD |
3.41 miles |
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Bracken Hill School
Chartwell Road, Kirkby-in-Ashfield, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG17 7HZ |
3.43 miles |
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The Brunts Academy
The Park, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG18 2AT |
3.76 miles |
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Frederick Gent School
Mansfield Road, South Normanton, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 2ER |
3.78 miles |
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West Nottinghamshire College
Derby Road, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG18 5BH |
3.8 miles |
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Yeoman Park Academy
Park Hall Road, Mansfield Woodhouse, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG19 8PS |
4.03 miles |
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The Manor Academy
Park Hall Road, Mansfield Woodhouse, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG19 8QA |
4.11 miles |
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Horizons Academy
Ravensdale Road, Mansfield, NG18 2DP |
4.23 miles |
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Samworth Church Academy
Sherwood Hall Road, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG18 2DY |
4.38 miles |
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Fountaindale School
Nottingham Road, Mansfield, NG18 5BA |
4.72 miles |
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Pollyteach Limited
The Elms, Portland College, Nottingham Road, Mansfield, NG18 4TJ |
4.83 miles |