Belper School and Sixth Form Centre

URN: 112989 • Belper DE56 0DA

Overview

Name
Belper School and Sixth Form Centre
URN
112989
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
46.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Matilde Warden (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01773825281
Website
Visit
Address
John O'Gaunts Way, Belper DE56 0DA

Summary

Belper School and Sixth Form Centre is a mixed foundation secondary school located in Belper, Derbyshire, with a current enrolment of 1,186 students, and a capacity of 1,402. The school is committed to fostering a strong sense of belonging and community responsibility among its students. At the heart of its ethos is the belief in respect, inclusivity, and personal growth, which guides the school’s approach to education and student development.

The curriculum at Belper School offers a broad range of subjects designed to inspire curiosity and a love of learning. The school places a strong emphasis on high-quality teaching and learning, ensuring that individual needs are met to support academic and personal growth. Extracurricular activities further enrich the student experience, promoting independence, creativity, and community engagement.

Belper School aims to empower students to become the best versions of themselves, instilling resilience and confidence to overcome challenges. With a focus on mutual respect and care for the environment, the school encourages students to make meaningful contributions to both the school community and the wider world.

Key details

LA
Derbyshire
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1402
Pupils
1186
Boys
591
Girls
595
FSM %
20.90
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-11-23
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Derbyshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1186 591 595 1402 20.90
2024-09-11 1173 586 587 1402 18.60
2023-09-11 1218 609 609 1402 14.80
2022-09-11 1218 609 609 1402 14.80
2021-09-11 1211 606 605 1402 11.90
2020-09-11 1199 601 598 1402 10.50

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