Bilsthorpe Flying High Academy praised for top-tier performance standards by Secretary of State for Education

“This success reflects the dedication of your staff and the hard work of your pupils.”

Bilsthorpe Flying High Academy has been praised by the Secretary of State for Education, Bridget Phillipson, for its outstanding performance measures, placing it among the highest‑achieving schools in the country.

In the letter, Bridget Phillipson, congratulates the school for its 2024/25 results, highlighting in particular the excellent outcomes of pupils in receipt of pupil premium.

Bridget Phillipson said in the letter, “Your school’s performance places it among the very best nationally, and this is a significant achievement.

“This success reflects the dedication of your staff and the hard work of your pupils. It shows what can be achieved when ambition and commitment come together. Thank you for everything you do to give children the best possible opportunities to succeed.”

Mr. Chris Reynolds is Interim Headteacher at the school which is based on Crompton Road in Bilsthorpe, Nottinghamshire.

Chris said, “As a whole school, we are incredibly proud to have received this letter from the Secretary of State for Education, Bridget Phillipson. Our children’s achievements in their 2024-25 performance measures are truly deserving of this very special recognition.

“The school’s success is built on strong partnerships between staff and parents, working together to support our Bilsthorpe children to be their very best. A huge thank you goes to everyone who supports our children, our staff, and our school. It is this shared effort that enables all of our children to grow and flourish.”

“Your school’s performance places it among the very best nationally, and this is a significant achievement.” Bridget Phillipson, Secretary of State for Education.