Tibshelf Community School
URN: 112949 • Alfreton DE55 5LZ
Overview
- Name
- Tibshelf Community School
- URN
- 112949
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 54.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Lucie Wainwright (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01773872391
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Doe Hill Lane, Alfreton DE55 5LZ
Summary
Tibshelf Community School is a mixed community secondary school located in Alfreton, Derbyshire, serving students aged 11 to 16. With a current enrolment of 819 pupils, the school operates above its capacity of 750. The school prides itself on being inclusive and aims to foster a supportive learning environment where students are inspired to become effective global citizens. The core values of community spirit, positivity, resilience, curiosity, respect, and integrity underpin its ethos.
The curriculum at Tibshelf is designed to be ambitious and inclusive, offering a broad range of subjects that equip students with essential knowledge and skills. Pupils study core subjects such as English, Mathematics, and Science, alongside optional subjects chosen in Year 8. The school emphasizes personal development and physical education, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience.
Tibshelf Community School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students. The school encourages a collaborative approach among staff, students, and the wider community to achieve the best outcomes for all learners. Parents interested in admissions are advised to apply through Derbyshire County Council.
The curriculum at Tibshelf is designed to be ambitious and inclusive, offering a broad range of subjects that equip students with essential knowledge and skills. Pupils study core subjects such as English, Mathematics, and Science, alongside optional subjects chosen in Year 8. The school emphasizes personal development and physical education, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience.
Tibshelf Community School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students. The school encourages a collaborative approach among staff, students, and the wider community to achieve the best outcomes for all learners. Parents interested in admissions are advised to apply through Derbyshire County Council.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- GCSE Prize Presentation 202228 November 2022 (sen)
- Senior Leadership Team (sen)
- Upcoming Events (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- Swanwick Hall School (60.2)
- Frederick Gent School (55.5)
- Frederick Gent School (52.4)
- Swanwick Hall School (49.2)
- David Nieper Academy (47.2)
Key details
- LA
- Derbyshire
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 750
- Pupils
- 819
- Boys
- 427
- Girls
- 392
- FSM %
- 31.90
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-09-30
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Derbyshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 819 | 427 | 392 | 750 | 31.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 810 | 428 | 382 | 750 | 28.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 830 | 446 | 384 | 750 | 20.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 830 | 446 | 384 | 750 | 20.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 861 | 448 | 413 | 750 | 19.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 864 | 448 | 416 | 750 | 15.90 |
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