Nelson Academy
Achieving through learning
Welcome To
Nelson Academy
Nelson Academy is a large non-denominational school and nursery sponsored by the Eastern Multi-Academy Trust, providing education for over 350 children aged 3 to 11 in Downham Market, Downham West, Salters Lode, Barroway Drove and Nordelph. A number of parents from surrounding villages also choose to send their children to Nelson Academy.
Latest News
- Thu 17 July 2025
Thank you from Terry Jermy MP
Children in school were asked to create wonderful letters, poems, and artwork to highlight the importance of the environment and protecting our wildlife and ocean life.
- Fri 04 July 2025
The Tree Council Young Tree Champions
Nelson Academy is officially outstanding.
- Wed 05 March 2025
FON Family Easter Bingo!
FON are back with a fun-filled family Easter Bingo!
- Fri 29 November 2024
Reverse Advent Calendar
Following on from last year's success, Nelson Academy took part in a Reverse Advent Calendar, to support our local food bank.
Summer Closure
The school is closed and reopens on Wednesday 3rd September 2025. Please forward invoices to finance@eastern-mat.co.uk If you wish to make a subject access request or report a data related issue during this time, please email datarequests@eastern-mat.co.uk” Thank you
Nelson Academy Nursery
Spaces are available for September 2025. 15 and 30 hour funding available. Call 01366 383824 or email office@nla.eastern-mat.co.uk and ask for Mrs Limbert for all enquiries.