Best 3 Secondary schools in Nottinghamshire – comparison
Comparison of secondary schools: Redhill Academy (Secondary) in Nottingham; Fernwood School (Secondary) in Nottingham; The West Bridgford School (Secondary) in Nottingham — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.
At a glance
This page compares Redhill Academy, Fernwood School and The West Bridgford School. They are secondary phase and academy converter type located around Nottingham, Nottinghamshire. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Redhill Academy), published Jun 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Redhill Academy (Jun 2024). average roll around ≈ 1,650, combined total ≈ 4,900, typical FSM 15–20%, range 5–10%–20–25%; spread across trusts such as REDHILL ACADEMY TRUST and EAST MIDLANDS EDUCATION TRUST.
| Attribute |
Redhill Academy
NG5 8GX
|
Fernwood School
NG8 2FT
|
The West Bridgford School
NG2 7FA
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Phase / Type | Secondary • Academy converter | Secondary • Academy converter | Secondary • Academy converter |
| Location |
Nottingham Nottinghamshire NG5 8GX |
Nottingham Nottinghamshire NG8 2FT |
Nottingham Nottinghamshire NG2 7FA |
| Latest Ofsted | 1 11 Jun 2024 | 1 24 Apr 2024 | 1 24 Mar 2024 |
| Ofsted report | — | — | — |
| Pupils (roll) | ≈ 1,600 🔒 Unlock exact pupils | ≈ 1,550 🔒 Unlock exact pupils | ≈ 1,800 🔒 Unlock exact pupils |
| FSM % | 20–25% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM % | 15–20% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM % | 5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM % |
| Capacity | 1348 | 1500 | 1332 |
| Capacity utilisation | Over capacity 🔒 View exact % | Near capacity 🔒 View exact % | Over capacity 🔒 View exact % |
| Age range | — | — | — |
| Gender | Mixed | Mixed | Mixed |
| Admissions policy | Non-selective | Non-selective | Non-selective |
| Trust / Local authority | REDHILL ACADEMY TRUST | Nottingham (892) | EAST MIDLANDS EDUCATION TRUST |
| Website | www.theredhillacademy.org.uk | www.fernwoodschool.org.uk | www.wbs.school |
| Telephone | 01159261481 | 01159286326 | 01159744488 |
| SEN provision | None reported | None reported | None reported |
| Profile | View profile | View profile | View profile |
Redhill Academy
NG5 8GX
- Phase / Type
- Secondary • Academy converter
- Location
- Nottingham
Nottinghamshire
NG5 8GX - Ofsted
- 1 11 Jun 2024
- Pupils
- ≈ 1,600 🔒 Exact value
- FSM %
- 20–25% 🔒 Exact %
- Trust / LA
- REDHILL ACADEMY TRUST
- Website
- www.theredhillacademy.org.uk
- Telephone
- 01159261481
Fernwood School
NG8 2FT
- Phase / Type
- Secondary • Academy converter
- Location
- Nottingham
Nottinghamshire
NG8 2FT - Ofsted
- 1 24 Apr 2024
- Pupils
- ≈ 1,550 🔒 Exact value
- FSM %
- 15–20% 🔒 Exact %
- Trust / LA
- Nottingham (892)
- Website
- www.fernwoodschool.org.uk
- Telephone
- 01159286326
The West Bridgford School
NG2 7FA
- Phase / Type
- Secondary • Academy converter
- Location
- Nottingham
Nottinghamshire
NG2 7FA - Ofsted
- 1 24 Mar 2024
- Pupils
- ≈ 1,800 🔒 Exact value
- FSM %
- 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
- Trust / LA
- EAST MIDLANDS EDUCATION TRUST
- Website
- www.wbs.school
- Telephone
- 01159744488
Map of compared schools
How are these comparisons built?
We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date
when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.
What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?
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We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.
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How should I choose a school?
Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs.
Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s
admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.
What should I look for when comparing schools?
Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context;
scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority
for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.