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Nottingham University Samworth Academy
Goodgraded 18/05/2023Ages 11–18921 pupils
Nottingham University Samworth Academy is a secondary school for pupils aged 11 to 18 in Nottingham. The school has around 921 pupils on roll. At its most recent graded Ofsted inspection in 18/05/2023, Nottingham University Samworth Academy was judged Good. Recent GCSE results show an average Attainment 8 score of 38.6 and 30% of pupils gaining a grade 5 or above in English and maths. Families comparing secondary schools in Nottingham can view Nottingham University Samworth Academy's Ofsted rating, GCSE results and exact location free on NestScope.
Ofsted & inspectionGood
Latest graded inspection
Last inspected 18/05/2023. How to read an Ofsted rating →
Strengths & watch points0 strengths · 2 watch
Computed from Ofsted & DfE outcomes vs England average
Progress 8
Value added
Computed from published Ofsted judgements & DfE outcomes — not a written review.
GCSE results — Key Stage 4Below average
Attainment 840.5
England avg 45.1 · was 38.4 in 2023/24
Progress 8-0.6
Grade 5+ English & maths35%
England avg 45% · was 30% in 2023/24
Grade 4+ English & maths60%
England avg 65% · was 57% in 2023/24
EBacc entry10%
England avg 39%
EBacc average point score3.18
England avg 4.03
DfE, 2024/25. What is a Progress 8 score?
Sixth form — A-levelBelow average
A-level grade (point score)D
APS per entry 20.0
Retention86%
Value added-0.79
Well below average · 95% CI -1.2 to -0.4
DfE 16-18 results, 2024/25
Pupil intake52.2%
Free school meals52.2%
England avg 28.6%
English not first language32.7%
England avg 18.3%
Places filled96%
SEN support
EHC plan
DfE school census, 2025/26
Attendance & staffing88.5%
Attendance88.5%
England avg 91.0%
Pupils per teacher16.8
England avg 17.6
Persistent absence32.1%
England avg 25.8%
Teachers with QTS
DfE — absence & workforce, 2025/26
Nearby schools in Nottingham
All schools in Nottingham →Bilborough College0.2 miMelbury Primary SchoolGood · 0.4 miPortland Spencer AcademyOutstanding · 0.4 miSilver Linings School0.5 miFernwood SchoolOutstanding · 0.7 miFirbeck AcademyGood · 0.8 mi
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