A new school being built on the Rivendell housing development off the A612 Colwick loop road, is now nearing completion.
In partnership with Nottinghamshire County Council and builders Persimmon Homes, The Flying High Partnership, who will be responsible for overseeing the running of Rivendell Flying High Academy, say it is on track to welcome its first pupils in September 2022.
Nick Layfield, Operations Manager at The Flying High Partnership said, “The school will be ready to welcome its first ever pupils in September this year. Families can expect a building that will provide the optimum environment in which children can flourish and succeed in their education. It has been a fantastic watching the building take shape and we can’t wait to see it develop into a vibrant school serving this new community.”
The school’s design is focused on enhancing children’s experience and education and boasts expansive outdoor spaces. Families who have an interest in securing a place for their child can find information on the Rivendell Flying High Academy’s website.

Chris Wheatley is the CEO of The Flying High Partnership and he said, “The creation of a new school is a very exciting venture and one that the Flying High Partnership have successfully accomplished before at the Hucknall Flying High Academy. That school is thriving and a school of choice for families. It is our focus to provide an equally outstanding school environment for the children of the Rivendell community.”
Opportunities for families to take a look at the new school will be scheduled before the school opens its doors in September 2022. Chris said, “This will help families and children to familiarise themselves with the school prior to their first day.” The school will also be open for children to undertake their transmission and induction days within the new building.
Chris said, “As the school is taking shape, we can see what a wonderful opportunity this will provide for local children. For our team, the mission to create a school from scratch, with the best environment, opportunities and curriculum supporting children to flourish is very exciting. We will make every day count for the pupils and look forward to welcoming our first cohort into school.”
Rivendell Flying High Academy will fill to 210 pupils as the development grows and in the first year will welcome admission applications for all year groups from Foundation 2 to Year 6, as well as nursery places.
School places can be applied for via Nottinghamshire County Council admissions page at https://www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/education/school-admissions/apply-for-a-school-place and nursery places from Spring 2022 direct to the school. For ‘in year’ admissions families should call Nottinghamshire County Council on 0300 500 8080.