Blackwell Community Primary and Nursery School
URN: 112506 • Alfreton DE55 5JG
Overview
- Name
- Blackwell Community Primary and Nursery School
- URN
- 112506
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 50.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Gill Gardner (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01773811281
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Primrose Hill, Alfreton DE55 5JG
Summary
Blackwell Community Primary and Nursery School, located in Alfreton, Derbyshire, is a mixed community primary school serving 118 pupils with a capacity of 168. Established in 1871, the school has deep roots in the local community and aims to foster a positive attitude towards learning among its students. The school operates a mixed year group arrangement across four classes and includes a nursery that functions alongside the reception class.
The school prioritises safeguarding and works closely with parents and support agencies to ensure the welfare of all children. Blackwell Primary promotes values such as perseverance, resilience, and teamwork, preparing students to be responsible members of society. The curriculum is designed to provide a wide range of opportunities, including outdoor learning and sports, facilitated by extensive facilities such as a multi-use games area and a wildlife pond.
As part of the 5 Pits Partnership, Blackwell Primary collaborates with other schools to share expertise and improve educational outcomes. The school was last inspected by Ofsted in July 2021 and received a "good" rating in all areas, highlighting its inclusive environment and positive learning attitudes among students.
The school prioritises safeguarding and works closely with parents and support agencies to ensure the welfare of all children. Blackwell Primary promotes values such as perseverance, resilience, and teamwork, preparing students to be responsible members of society. The curriculum is designed to provide a wide range of opportunities, including outdoor learning and sports, facilitated by extensive facilities such as a multi-use games area and a wildlife pond.
As part of the 5 Pits Partnership, Blackwell Primary collaborates with other schools to share expertise and improve educational outcomes. The school was last inspected by Ofsted in July 2021 and received a "good" rating in all areas, highlighting its inclusive environment and positive learning attitudes among students.
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Nearby alternatives
- Christ The King Catholic Primary (64.8)
- Wessington Primary School (62.7)
- Riddings Junior School (60.5)
- Christ the King Catholic Voluntary Academy (59.6)
- Glebe Junior School (59.6)
Key details
- LA
- Derbyshire
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 168
- Pupils
- 118
- Boys
- 60
- Girls
- 58
- FSM %
- 47.30
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-07-15
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Derbyshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 118 | 60 | 58 | 168 | 47.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 117 | 60 | 57 | 168 | 39.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 116 | 52 | 64 | 168 | 31.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 116 | 52 | 64 | 168 | 31.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 117 | 54 | 63 | 168 | 27.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 116 | 49 | 67 | 168 | 26.40 |
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