Councillor Kalsi attended Djanogly Strelley Academy, which has recently been praised by Ofsted for some areas of excellent work.

During the visit, Councillor Kalsi spoke with staff, toured the facilities, saw pupil activities including a Tough Runner challenge, and discussed the work that school leaders are doing with the local community.

Djanogly Strelley Academy is involved in the Pride in Place Partnership initiative, which is providing government funding to regenerate disadvantaged neighbourhoods.

The school has been part of local events to gather feedback from the community on the issues that matter to them as it is based within an area that is eligible for the project funding.

The tour also showcased a £1 million specialist facility for children who have special educational needs and disabilities and require a high level of support.

Funded by Nottingham City Council, the facility has created additional specialist capacity to support pupils with autism and learning difficulties and opened at the school two-years-ago.

Sarah O’Connell, Headteacher, said: “It was great to welcome Councillor Kalsi to the school and discuss our shared vision including how we can work with Nottingham partner organisations to enrich the lives of our families and community.”

Councillor Kalsi, who represents Bilborough Ward, and is also Executive Member for Adult Social Care and Health, Nottingham City Council, commented: “I’m so pleased to have been able to visit Djanogly Strelley Academy and see the important work it has been able to do for SEND pupils, as well as its effort in facilitating community events, giving a real family feel to the school. I’m proud that the funding we provided has gone to such fantastic use to support children with learning difficulties and autism.”

Mark Mallender, Chief Executive Officer, Tapestry Learning Partnership, added: “Schools play such a pivotal role in their communities. This was a valuable opportunity to highlight the fantastic work being done at Djanogly Strelley Academy and discuss the issues that matter to pupils, staff and the local community.”

Djanogly Strelley Academy has 392 pupils on roll with around 65% being eligible for free school meals, which is well above the national average of 26%.

The school has recently been praised by Ofsted in a new report which highlights its strong work on early years; inclusion; personal development and wellbeing; and leadership and governance.

These four areas have been graded as meeting the strong standard, which Ofsted defines as referring to excellent, consistent work that’s making a real difference for children.

Children across all vulnerable groups, the report says, thrive in a culture that supports them to be the best that they can be.

Pupils, the Ofsted report adds, engage with a well-planned, ambitious curriculum and enjoy their learning and make notable progress.

Councillor Kalsi’s visit took place on 18th September 2026. To read the latest Ofsted report, published in August 2026, please visit https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/21/140555