Brockwell Junior School
URN: 112691 • Chesterfield S40 4NP
Overview
- Name
- Brockwell Junior School
- URN
- 112691
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Catherine Holmes (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01246278542
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Purbeck Avenue, Chesterfield S40 4NP
Summary
Brockwell Junior School is a community primary school located in Chesterfield, Derbyshire, catering to a mixed-gender population of 247 pupils, with a capacity of 238. The school is dedicated to creating a safe, caring, and inclusive environment that prioritises the well-being and personal development of each child. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in their mission to "Work Together to… be SAFE, SMILE & SUCCEED," highlighting their commitment to fostering positive childhood experiences that shape confident and capable adults.
The curriculum at Brockwell Junior School is designed to be engaging and challenging, encouraging curiosity and the acquisition of new skills. The school promotes strong partnerships between home and school, ensuring that parents are actively involved in their children's education. Additionally, the staff, led by Headteacher Miss Catherine Holmes, are committed to delivering high standards and supporting every pupil's academic and personal growth.
Brockwell Junior School places a strong emphasis on community involvement and values the development of social and moral skills necessary for modern life. The governing body and staff work collaboratively to ensure that all children thrive in a nurturing environment, preparing them for future challenges.
The curriculum at Brockwell Junior School is designed to be engaging and challenging, encouraging curiosity and the acquisition of new skills. The school promotes strong partnerships between home and school, ensuring that parents are actively involved in their children's education. Additionally, the staff, led by Headteacher Miss Catherine Holmes, are committed to delivering high standards and supporting every pupil's academic and personal growth.
Brockwell Junior School places a strong emphasis on community involvement and values the development of social and moral skills necessary for modern life. The governing body and staff work collaboratively to ensure that all children thrive in a nurturing environment, preparing them for future challenges.
Useful links
- The Governing Body (governance)
- Governor Secure Area (governance)
- Special Needs and Disability (sen)
- Attendance and Leave of Absence (sen)
- Newsletters (calendar)
- School Rules (download)
- Catch Up Provision (download)
- Prospectus (download)
- Sports Premium (download)
- School Admissions (other)
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
- 7 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 238
- Pupils
- 247
- Boys
- 105
- Girls
- 142
- FSM %
- 26.30
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-06-09
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Derbyshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 247 | 105 | 142 | 238 | 26.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 243 | 113 | 130 | 238 | 23.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 253 | 112 | 141 | 238 | 17.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 253 | 112 | 141 | 238 | 17.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 254 | 126 | 128 | 238 | 15.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 256 | 127 | 129 | 238 | 10.90 |
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