Huntingdon Academy is a two-form entry school located five minutes walking distance from Nottingham city centre. There are 453 children on roll and the school has a 52 place nursey. Huntingdon Academy is a vibrant, diverse and multicultural school that works in strong partnership with its community.
Huntingdon Academy has oracy at the forefront of its philosophy as we believe that spoken communication is vital to success in life. Our vision is to empower all our stakeholders to grow and reach their potential and we have a motivated, kind and ambitious team that adopt a relentless pursuit of best practice.
Our Academy vision, values and curriculum drivers are embedded in all our work. We teach our children they have a voice that matters. We have a bespoke curriculum, with reading at its core. Our curriculum is relevant, purposeful, and engaging to ensure our children are invested in their learning. We believe in active, participative learning which leads to a vibrant and exciting learning environment.
Children that attend Huntingdon Academy leave their primary education with strong emotional intelligence and communication skills. Our pupils transition to secondary school with a positive attitude to learning and are ambitious for their future.
All children are challenged, nurtured and inspired to achieve highly and make a positive contribution to society.
Our experienced Early Years team provide a warm, nurturing environment where children grow in confidence and develop essential communication, social, emotional and early learning skills.
With a rich curriculum including literacy, maths, creativity and understanding the world around them, your child has the opportunity to thrive from their very first day.
Apply now for September 2026 – our Early Years Team look forward to welcoming you.
At Huntingdon Academy our morning and afternoon nursery sessions give children a joyful and nurturing start to their learning journey. Children enjoy focused activities, shared story time and plenty of imaginative play in our spacious early years playground.
We offer both 15-hour and 30-hour funded nursery places, making high-quality early education accessible for families.
Discover more about our nursery provision, curriculum, funding options and how to apply.
Let your child’s school adventure start at Huntingdon Academy.
Watch our video to hear from Head of School Ms Riley and pupils at Huntingdon Academy talk about the school, our values and favourite subjects.
Sun shining, music playing, and pupils dancing in the sunshine ☀️💃
Moments like this are what childhood should be about—movement, laughter, friendships, and wellbeing. Seeing them enjoying themselves so freely reminds you how important these simple moments are.
Oh to be young again. 🌼
#Wellbeing #ChildhoodMoments #SchoolLife #Friendship #HealthyBodyHealthyMind OutdoorLearning ActiveKids SunshineDays JoyOfChildhood SchoolCommunity
Sun shining, music playing, and pupils dancing in the sunshine ☀️💃
Moments like this are what childhood should be about—movement, laughter, friendships, and wellbeing. Seeing them enjoying themselves so freely reminds you how important these simple moments are.
Oh to be young again. 🌼
#Wellbeing #ChildhoodMoments #SchoolLife #Friendship #HealthyBodyHealthyMind OutdoorLearning ActiveKids SunshineDays JoyOfChildhood SchoolCommunity
✨ It just keeps getting better at Huntingdon Academy!
Our OPAL Play lunchtime offer is bringing more fun, creativity and adventure to the playground every day. Play is vital for children’s wellbeing, friendships and development — and we’re proud to help protect the joy of childhood through active, imaginative play. 🌈⚽
#HuntingdonAcademy #OPALPlay #ProtectChildhood #PlayMatters
✨ It just keeps getting better at Huntingdon Academy!
Our OPAL Play lunchtime offer is bringing more fun, creativity and adventure to the playground every day. Play is vital for children’s wellbeing, friendships and development — and we’re proud to help protect the joy of childhood through active, imaginative play. 🌈⚽
#HuntingdonAcademy #OPALPlay #ProtectChildhood #PlayMatters
Creating spaces that help children feel safe, calm and ready to learn. 🌿
We’re excited to be developing another new therapeutic classroom in our school — designed to support regulation, wellbeing and connection.
Thoughtful environments can make a huge difference. Soft spaces, calm colours, flexible seating and areas for reflection all help pupils feel supported so they can thrive.
More updates to come as the space develops. ✨
#TherapeuticClassroom #TraumaInformedSchools #SEMH #InclusiveEducation #SchoolEnvironment #WellbeingInSchools
Creating spaces that help children feel safe, calm and ready to learn. 🌿
We’re excited to be developing another new therapeutic classroom in our school — designed to support regulation, wellbeing and connection.
Thoughtful environments can make a huge difference. Soft spaces, calm colours, flexible seating and areas for reflection all help pupils feel supported so they can thrive.
More updates to come as the space develops. ✨
#TherapeuticClassroom #TraumaInformedSchools #SEMH #InclusiveEducation #SchoolEnvironment #WellbeingInSchools
🌸 Spring is here and summer is on its way! We can’t wait to see our memorial garden for Mr Coates come to life again. 🌿
Take a moment to read about the award our school won for the Ian Coates Memorial Garden.
🌸 Spring is here and summer is on its way! We can’t wait to see our memorial garden for Mr Coates come to life again. 🌿
Take a moment to read about the award our school won for the Ian Coates Memorial Garden.
📚 Learning to Read: Our Top Priority
At our school, learning to read isn’t just another lesson — it’s the foundation for everything our children will achieve. That’s why we take reading seriously from the very start. 💫
#LoveReading #EarlyReading #Phonics #ReadingMatters #PrimarySchoolLife
📚 Learning to Read: Our Top Priority
At our school, learning to read isn’t just another lesson — it’s the foundation for everything our children will achieve. That’s why we take reading seriously from the very start. 💫
#LoveReading #EarlyReading #Phonics #ReadingMatters #PrimarySchoolLife
Look what delicious treats arrived around school today! 🍫✨
Year 1 practised their reading and following instructions in English and made some delicious crispy cakes. We are so proud of their teamwork and fantastic listening skills — and the results tasted amazing! 😋👏
#Year1 #LearningThroughCooking #FollowingInstructions #proudschool
Look what delicious treats arrived around school today! 🍫✨
Year 1 practised their reading and following instructions in English and made some delicious crispy cakes. We are so proud of their teamwork and fantastic listening skills — and the results tasted amazing! 😋👏
#Year1 #LearningThroughCooking #FollowingInstructions #proudschool
