- The core values of Nottingham High School — founded in 1513, its charter given by Henry VIII — are excellence, individuality, curiosity, empathy and respect. The school was named Co-Educational Independent School of the Year at the Isoty awards in 2022.
- Wide-ranging extracurricular activities include the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award scheme, Young Enterprise and cadets, as well as water polo, rock climbing, coding and esports. Students have competed for Great Britain in the International Physics Olympiad, represented England in Under-19 rugby and sung in the National Youth Choir.
- The wellbeing centre includes nature-themed spaces for pupils to take time out in a quiet space, as well as a spirituality area and counselling service.
- Means-tested bursaries are available, covering up to 100 per cent of fees and including uniform and travel costs. There are also music and academic scholarships.
- Notable former pupils include the novelist and poet DH Lawrence, the politician Lord (Kenneth) Clarke, the diplomat Lord (David) Frost, the former politician and broadcaster Ed Balls, the politician Ed Davey, the writer Robert Macfarlane and the YouTuber Mrwhosetheboss.
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