Plumtree School
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, East Midlands · NG12 5ND
With around 110 pupils spanning the early years to age eleven, Plumtree School is a small, close-knit independent in Nottingham where most children are likely to be known by name. The intimate scale suits families who value individual attention over the bustle of a larger setting. It is co-educational, non-denominational and takes children from age three through to the end of primary, offering continuity across these formative years. Under Head Mr Philip Simpson, the school has earned the Independent Schools Inspectorate's top grade.
110
Pupils
excellent
ISI
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 3-11
- Pupils
- 110
- Location
- Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, East Midlands
- Website
- https://www.plumtreeschool.co.uk/
- Telephone
- 0115 9375859
Headteacher
Head Mr Philip Simpson
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Teaching & academics
The ISI awarded Plumtree its highest rating of 'excellent', a judgement that reflects strong outcomes for a school of this size. With a roll of roughly 110 across an eight-year age span, class groups are necessarily small, allowing teaching to be closely tailored to each child. The small primary-only structure means pupils are prepared here for the transition to senior schools.
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 3 February 2026
The last word
A small Nottingham prep where 'excellent' is the inspectors' verdict and every child is more than a number.
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Plumtree School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Plumtree School located?
Plumtree School is located at Church Hill, Plumtree, Nottingham, Nottingham, NG12 5ND.
What type of school is Plumtree School?
Plumtree School is an independent (fee-paying) school in East Midlands.
How many pupils attend Plumtree School?
Plumtree School has approximately 110 pupils on roll.
What is Plumtree School's inspection rating?
Plumtree School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 3 February 2026.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.