Whittington Green School
URN: 112958 • Chesterfield S41 9LG
Overview
- Name
- Whittington Green School
- URN
- 112958
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 51.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Tracey Burnside (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01246450825
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- High Street, Chesterfield S41 9LG
Summary
Whittington Green School is a mixed community secondary school located in Chesterfield, Derbyshire, with a current enrolment of 649 students and a capacity of 800. The school prides itself on being inclusive, aiming to inspire and engage every student to achieve their highest potential. Central to its ethos is a commitment to providing a high-quality education alongside enrichment experiences that foster personal growth and a love of learning.
The school promotes a broad and balanced curriculum designed to meet the educational, emotional, and social needs of all students, including those with special educational needs and those eligible for free school meals. Whittington Green School emphasizes the importance of personal development, leadership, and teamwork, ensuring that all students are well-prepared for their future aspirations, both academically and personally.
In addition to academic achievement, the school values strong partnerships with parents and the local community, working collaboratively to support student success. Whittington Green School's vision is to cultivate a safe and supportive environment where students can thrive, contributing positively to society with integrity and confidence.
The school promotes a broad and balanced curriculum designed to meet the educational, emotional, and social needs of all students, including those with special educational needs and those eligible for free school meals. Whittington Green School emphasizes the importance of personal development, leadership, and teamwork, ensuring that all students are well-prepared for their future aspirations, both academically and personally.
In addition to academic achievement, the school values strong partnerships with parents and the local community, working collaboratively to support student success. Whittington Green School's vision is to cultivate a safe and supportive environment where students can thrive, contributing positively to society with integrity and confidence.
Useful links
- Seneca Learning (sen)
- Greenhouse School Websites (other)
- School e-mail (other)
- Social Media Information For Parents (other)
- Arbor (other)
- Sharepoint (other)
- CEOP (other)
Nearby alternatives
- St Mary's Catholic High School, A Catholic Voluntary Academy (74.6)
- Brookfield Community School (62.3)
- Tupton Hall School (59.5)
- Outwood Academy Hasland Hall (54.7)
- Outwood Academy Newbold (54.5)
Key details
- LA
- Derbyshire
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 800
- Pupils
- 649
- Boys
- 343
- Girls
- 306
- FSM %
- 44.40
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-02-09
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Derbyshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 649 | 343 | 306 | 800 | 44.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 609 | 334 | 275 | 800 | 44.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 469 | 239 | 230 | 800 | 39.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 469 | 239 | 230 | 800 | 39.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 395 | 214 | 181 | 800 | 35.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 377 | 193 | 184 | 800 | 32.40 |
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