And for parents, it’s vital to get the right choice for their children and Ofsted ratings are often a key thing they look it.
We have scoured Ofsted’s site to find the 23 secondary schools in Mansfield, Ashfield, Bassetlaw and Broxtowe that have been rated ‘good’ by the Government watchdog in the last four years.

13. Hall Park Academy - Eastwood
Hall Park Academy, on Mansfield Road, was rated Good by Ofsted in July 2024. Photo: Google

14. Outwood Academy Portland - Worksop
Outwood Academy Portland, on Netherton Road, was rated Good by Ofsted in November 2024. Photo: Google

15. Ashfield School - Kirkby
Ashfield School, on Sutton Road, was rated Good by Ofsted in December 2021. Photo: Google

16. Shirebrook Academy - Shirebrook
Shirebrook Academy, on Common Lane, received its Good rating from Ofsted in June this year. Photo: Google
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