Penny Acres Primary School

URN: 112565 • Dronfield S18 7WP

Overview

Name
Penny Acres Primary School
URN
112565
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
David Ratcliffe(Executive) (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01142890330
Website
Visit
Address
The Common, Dronfield S18 7WP

Summary

Penny Acres Primary School, located in Dronfield, Derbyshire, is a mixed community school that caters to 60 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 50. The school is part of a federation with Wigley Primary School, emphasizing collaboration in educational practices and community engagement. The federation's aim is to nurture a supportive environment where children can thrive together.

The curriculum at Penny Acres is designed to be enriching, with a focus on phonics and a variety of engaging topics. The school promotes mental health and well-being, offering support for families and children through local and national resources. Parents can find detailed information about the school's policies, assessment outcomes, and extra-curricular activities on the school’s website.

With a commitment to inclusivity, Penny Acres Primary School actively promotes British values and celebrates diversity within its community. The school encourages parental involvement through various events and initiatives, fostering a strong partnership between home and school to support children's development.

Key details

LA
Derbyshire
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
50
Pupils
60
Boys
32
Girls
28
FSM %
10.00
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-07-04
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Derbyshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 60 32 28 50 10.00
2024-09-11 60 33 27 50 10.00
2023-09-11 55 26 29 50 10.90
2022-09-11 55 26 29 50 10.90
2021-09-11 56 27 29 50 7.10
2020-09-11 49 24 25 50 8.20

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