Birk Hill Infant & Nursery School
URN: 112543 • Eckington S21 4BE
Overview
- Name
- Birk Hill Infant & Nursery School
- URN
- 112543
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 63.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sue Birch (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01246433205
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Chestnut Avenue, Eckington S21 4BE
Summary
Birk Hill Infant & Nursery School is a mixed community primary school located in Eckington, Derbyshire, with a current enrolment of 92 pupils and a capacity of 150. The school is dedicated to providing a nurturing and creative learning environment, fostering a love for education among its students. Headteacher Sue Birch emphasizes the importance of kindness, enthusiasm, and inquisitive minds, reflecting the school's commitment to holistic development.
The curriculum at Birk Hill is designed to engage young learners through a variety of activities that promote both academic and personal growth. The school offers regular parent learning workshops, ensuring that families are actively involved in their children's education. Upcoming events include an Early Years Showcase, which highlights the achievements and creativity of the students.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (29.1%), Birk Hill is focused on inclusivity and support for all families within the community. The school aims to create a welcoming atmosphere for both parents and children, encouraging visits to experience the vibrant school culture firsthand. For more information, visit their website at www.birkhill.derbyshire.sch.uk.
The curriculum at Birk Hill is designed to engage young learners through a variety of activities that promote both academic and personal growth. The school offers regular parent learning workshops, ensuring that families are actively involved in their children's education. Upcoming events include an Early Years Showcase, which highlights the achievements and creativity of the students.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (29.1%), Birk Hill is focused on inclusivity and support for all families within the community. The school aims to create a welcoming atmosphere for both parents and children, encouraging visits to experience the vibrant school culture firsthand. For more information, visit their website at www.birkhill.derbyshire.sch.uk.
Useful links
- Newsletter - October 2025 (download)
- Newsletter - September 2025 (download)
- Video Resource Centre (other)
- Log in (other)
- Matomo cookies (other)
- Parent View (other)
- Website design by PrimarySite (other)
- Tweets by birkhillinfant (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Chinley Primary School (77.3)
- The Mease Spencer Academy (76.2)
- St Elizabeth's Catholic Primary School (74.4)
- Redhill Primary School (73.9)
- Walton-on-Trent CofE School (73.6)
Key details
- LA
- Derbyshire
- Age range
- 3 - 7
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 150
- Pupils
- 92
- Boys
- 47
- Girls
- 45
- FSM %
- 29.10
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-09-14
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Derbyshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 92 | 47 | 45 | 150 | 29.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 106 | 58 | 48 | 150 | 24.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 121 | 63 | 58 | 150 | 30.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 121 | 63 | 58 | 150 | 30.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 142 | 67 | 75 | 150 | 27.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 135 | 65 | 70 | 150 | 27.90 |
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