Travelling to the academy

All students must enter the academy via Hillcrest Drive.

On foot or by bicycle

Students residing locally are encouraged to walk or cycle to the academy. Bike sheds are available on site.

By car

We aim to be environmentally conscious and therefore discourage parents from dropping off their children by car where possible. This is especially important at peak times in the morning and at the end of the academy day due to the congestion this causes for our neighbours and to safeguard our students.

The main gates to the academy are closed during drop-off and pick-up times to allow students to enter and exit the academy safely. Should car transport be unavoidable, access to the site is restricted between 8.15–8.45am and 3–3.30pm.

By bus

The school bus service (442), which is run by CT4N, operates between Bestwood Village and The Holgate Academy.

Nottinghamshire County Council is responsible for this service. The route for this service can be found below:

Service numberOperatorRoute
442CT4NBestwood Park Road, Bestwood Spinney, Hayden Lane / Ethel Avenue, Hucknall, West Street, Hucknall, Wood Lane, The Holgate Academy

From 23 February 2026, this bus service will operate on a bus-pass-only basis. For further information and guidance, please visit the Nottinghamshire County Council website using the links below:

Under 16 travel

Under 16 mainstream travel assistance | Nottinghamshire County Council

Post 16 travel

Post 16 mainstream travel assistance | Nottinghamshire County Council