The short version
Above-average SATs results. 88% capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2023).
- SATs results are above the national average, with 75% meeting the expected standard (national: 62%)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2023
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Reading, Writing & Maths
Expected standard
Pupils meeting expected level in all three
75%
+13.0pp vs nationalHigher standard
Pupils exceeding expected level
11%
+3.0pp vs nationalSubject scores
Reading
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
106
0.0 vs nationalMaths
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
105
0.0 vs nationalGrammar & spelling
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
107
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 9 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
12% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 17 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 11 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 27 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 5–11
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 308
- Capacity
- 88%
- FSM
- 31.1%
Governance
- Local authority
- Nottinghamshire
- Trust
- THE FORGE TRUST
- Head
- Mr Andy Stirland
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Good
1 official report linked on this page.
Location
Kirklington Road, Rainworth, Mansfield, NG21 0JZ
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmQuestions parents ask
What is The Python Hill Academy's Ofsted rating?
The Python Hill Academy was rated Good at its most recent inspection in January 2023. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend The Python Hill Academy?
The Python Hill Academy currently has 308 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does The Python Hill Academy take?
The Python Hill Academy caters for pupils aged 5 to 11. It is classified as a primary school.
Where is The Python Hill Academy?
The Python Hill Academy is in Mansfield, NG21 0JZ, in the Nottinghamshire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does The Python Hill Academy have a sixth form?
No, The Python Hill Academy does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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