Palterton Primary School
URN: 112617 • Chesterfield S44 6UN
Overview
- Name
- Palterton Primary School
- URN
- 112617
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Rosalind Horsley (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Back Lane, Chesterfield S44 6UN
Summary
Palterton Primary School is a mixed community school located in Chesterfield, Derbyshire, with a current enrolment of 91 pupils, matching its capacity. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, guided by its core values of Respect, Innovation, Challenge, and Happiness. These principles inform the school's approach to education and community engagement, ensuring that children not only achieve academically but also develop essential life skills.
The curriculum at Palterton Primary is designed to provide a well-rounded education, covering subjects such as English, Mathematics, Science, and Physical Education, among others. The school places a strong emphasis on physical health and well-being, encouraging students to participate in various sporting activities. Additionally, the school supports children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, ensuring that all pupils can thrive in a nurturing setting.
Palterton Primary School actively engages with parents and the wider community, promoting collaboration and communication. The school invites families to participate in school events and encourages visits to foster a strong partnership in education. For more information, parents can contact the school directly via phone or email.
The curriculum at Palterton Primary is designed to provide a well-rounded education, covering subjects such as English, Mathematics, Science, and Physical Education, among others. The school places a strong emphasis on physical health and well-being, encouraging students to participate in various sporting activities. Additionally, the school supports children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, ensuring that all pupils can thrive in a nurturing setting.
Palterton Primary School actively engages with parents and the wider community, promoting collaboration and communication. The school invites families to participate in school events and encourages visits to foster a strong partnership in education. For more information, parents can contact the school directly via phone or email.
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Nearby alternatives
- Westfield Infant School (73.3)
- Walton Holymoorside Primary School (66.4)
- St Mary's Catholic Primary (64.8)
- Old Hall Junior School (64.7)
- Park House Primary School (63.5)
Key details
- LA
- Derbyshire
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 91
- Pupils
- 91
- Boys
- 46
- Girls
- 45
- FSM %
- 25.30
- Open date
- Close date
- 2024-11-30
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-05-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Derbyshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 91 | 46 | 45 | 91 | 25.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 91 | 46 | 45 | 91 | 25.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 98 | 47 | 51 | 91 | 19.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 98 | 47 | 51 | 91 | 19.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 96 | 54 | 42 | 91 | 18.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 97 | 52 | 45 | 91 | 18.60 |
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