Hollygirt School

Hollygirt is a happy, nurturing school that emphasizes traditional values, including a clear sense of right and wrong. The school’s core values are Kindness, Honesty, Resilience, and Hard Work, which are embedded in the pupil experience. It maintains high expectations for all students, fostering an environment where they are encouraged to be themselves and achieve their personal best.

The school provides a stimulating curriculum across a broad range of subjects. Following a refocusing of its educational model, the school will serve pupils in Years 6 to 11. The academic programme includes core subjects, practical work, and PSHE/RSE, with a strong emphasis on small class sizes to ensure personal attention and academic success.

The school maintains a consistent record of excellent examination results. Beyond academic grades, the school prioritizes the development of positive self-esteem, resilience, and kindness, aiming to prepare pupils for life beyond school. Graduates are supported in their transition to their next stage of education.

Hollygirt is a flexible school with a clear focus on pastoral and academic support. Every member of staff is involved in supporting students' needs, and the school employs a dedicated SENDCo and learning support assistants to provide individual attention. The school is renowned for its pastoral care, ensuring that every child is known by name and well-supported.

Hollygirt School welcomes applications for girls and boys aged 3 to 16. While entry is most common at the start of a Key Stage (ages 3, 7, 11, and 14), the school considers applications for any year group at any stage during the academic year. The admissions process involves a registration fee of £60, and the school hosts various events including Open Mornings, Taster Days, and Scholarship Days to assist prospective families.

The school operates on a three-term structure: Autumn, Spring, and Summer. The 2025-26 academic year runs from September 3, 2025, to July 3, 2026, with half-term breaks in October, February, and May. Parents are expected to avoid removing pupils from school for family holidays during term time.

Located on Elm Avenue in Nottingham, the campus includes a Senior School building and a Prep School. The school does not have its own car park, requiring visitors to use nearby street parking. Facilities include a library, a Food Technology room, and various classrooms designed to support a small, nurturing environment.

The school offers a broad range of extra-curricular activities, including competitive sports, concerts, and shows. Pupils participate in charity ventures, frequent educational trips, and practical work to support their learning. Additionally, the school provides individual music and singing lessons through peripatetic staff.