Nottingham HOPE Academy

Nottingham HOPE Academy is a specialized education provision based in Nottingham, United Kingdom, focused on supporting children and young people with health needs. It operates under the NEXUS Academy Trust and delivers education across five separate provisions on four sites, including the Sherwood Education Centre on Perry Road. The academy provides tailored education pathways for students who require alternative provision due to health challenges, including mental health difficulties and hospital stays. The curriculum emphasizes achieving qualifications in Functional Skills Maths, ICT, and English (ESOL Skills for Life), with a strong focus on individual academic and personal progress. Facilities include the Sherwood Education Centre, The Lookout Education Centre, and the Nottingham Children’s Hospital School, each catering to different student needs. The school is known for its outreach provision that supports transitions between pathways to maintain continuity in education.