Nottingham HOPE Academy is an alternative provision academy in Nottingham for children and young people aged 4 to 19.
- Ages 4–19
- 95 pupils
- Ofsted: Good
School details
- Type
- Alternative provision academy
- Ages
- 4 to 19
- Boys and girls
- Boys and girls
- Pupils
- 95
- Headteacher
- Headteacher Kerrie Love
- Part of
- Nexus Multi Academy Trust
- Opened
- 1 September 2025
- Free school meals
- 43.3% of pupils eligible
- Council
- Nottingham
- School reference (URN)
- 151951
How to get a place
3 steps
- Talk to your child’s school or the council
Places in alternative provision are usually arranged by your child’s current school or Nottingham council, rather than applied for directly.
- If your child has an EHC plan
The placement should be agreed through the plan, with you involved in the decision.
- Get free, independent advice
Your local SENDIASS can explain your options and come to meetings with you.
Questions to ask when you visit
8 questions to tick off as you go
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Ofsted
Rated Good, October 2021
Rated Good at its last graded inspection, in October 2021.
- Quality of educationGood
- Behaviour and attitudesGood
- Personal developmentGood
- Leadership and managementGood
- Early yearsGood
- Sixth formGood
- SafeguardingEffective
Contact and getting there
Sherwood Education Centre, Perry Road, Nottingham, NG5 3AE
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Directions: Walk Public transport Drive
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Questions about Nottingham HOPE Academy
How do I get a place at Nottingham HOPE Academy?
Places at Nottingham HOPE Academy are usually arranged by your child’s current school or Nottingham council rather than applied for directly. If your child has an EHC plan, the placement should be agreed through it.
What ages does Nottingham HOPE Academy take?
Aged 4 to 19, boys and girls.
What is Nottingham HOPE Academy’s Ofsted rating?
Rated Good by Ofsted in October 2021 at its last graded inspection. Newer inspections no longer give a single overall grade, so read the latest report for the full picture.
Where is Nottingham HOPE Academy?
Sherwood Education Centre, Perry Road, Nottingham, NG5 3AE, in Nottingham.
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