Chellaston Academy

URN: 136360 • Derby DE73 5UB

Overview

Name
Chellaston Academy
URN
136360
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Serious Weaknesses
Ranking score
46.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Ryan Metters (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Swarkestone Road, Derby DE73 5UB

Summary

Chellaston Academy is a mixed secondary academy located in Derby, with a current enrolment of 1,726 students and a capacity of 1,650. The school emphasizes a holistic educational approach, aiming to develop both academic and personal success. The ethos is built around the principles of Integrity, Care, and Excellence, fostering an environment where students are encouraged to question, explore, give, and succeed.

The curriculum at Chellaston Academy is designed to be balanced and engaging, ensuring that students not only achieve national progress standards but also develop essential life skills such as self-confidence and resilience. The school promotes high expectations regarding attendance, punctuality, and respect, creating a supportive community where individual talents are recognized and nurtured.

Chellaston Academy values the partnership between the school, parents, and students, believing that shared expectations lead to greater achievements. The school also offers various opportunities beyond the classroom, contributing to a vibrant community where students can thrive academically and personally.

Key details

LA
Derby
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1650
Pupils
1726
Boys
866
Girls
860
FSM %
10.20
Open date
2010-12-01
Close date
2021-05-31
Last Ofsted
2019-07-10
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Derbyshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1726 866 860 1650 10.20
2024-09-11 1726 866 860 1650 10.20
2023-09-11 1726 866 860 1650 10.20
2022-09-11 1726 866 860 1650 10.20
2021-09-11 1726 866 860 1650 10.20
2020-09-11 1741 888 853 1650 7.00

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