Brookfield Community School
URN: 136548 • Chesterfield S40 3NS
Overview
- Name
- Brookfield Community School
- URN
- 136548
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- REDHILL ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 62.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Keith Hirst (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01246568115
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Chatsworth Road, Chesterfield S40 3NS
Summary
Brookfield Community School, located in Chesterfield, Derbyshire, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 1,168 students, exceeding its capacity of 1,110. The school is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where all students can reach their full potential, emphasizing commitment, participation, and achievement. The ethos promotes a balance of high academic challenge and a supportive atmosphere, encouraging creativity and personal development across various disciplines, including sports and the arts.
The school places a strong emphasis on the importance of British values, such as democracy, the rule of law, and mutual respect. Brookfield aims to prepare students for their future by promoting understanding and tolerance among diverse cultures and beliefs. Regular communication with parents regarding student progress is a priority, ensuring that families are engaged in their children's educational journey.
Brookfield Community School is committed to being an integral part of its local community, encouraging students to contribute positively and support one another. The school values simplicity in its policies and recognizes the importance of learning from mistakes, fostering a culture of encouragement and resilience among students and staff alike.
The school places a strong emphasis on the importance of British values, such as democracy, the rule of law, and mutual respect. Brookfield aims to prepare students for their future by promoting understanding and tolerance among diverse cultures and beliefs. Regular communication with parents regarding student progress is a priority, ensuring that families are engaged in their children's educational journey.
Brookfield Community School is committed to being an integral part of its local community, encouraging students to contribute positively and support one another. The school values simplicity in its policies and recognizes the importance of learning from mistakes, fostering a culture of encouragement and resilience among students and staff alike.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Special Educational Needs (sen)
- Senior Leadership Team (sen)
- News & Events (calendar)
- School Calendar (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- St Mary's Catholic High School, A Catholic Voluntary Academy (74.6)
- Tupton Hall School (59.5)
- Outwood Academy Hasland Hall (54.7)
- Outwood Academy Newbold (54.5)
- The Bolsover School (52.1)
Key details
- LA
- Derbyshire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- REDHILL ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 1110
- Pupils
- 1168
- Boys
- 544
- Girls
- 624
- FSM %
- 19.90
- Open date
- 2011-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-04-19
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Derbyshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1168 | 544 | 624 | 1110 | 19.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1143 | 555 | 588 | 1110 | 16.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1093 | 545 | 548 | 1090 | 12.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1093 | 545 | 548 | 1090 | 12.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1082 | 547 | 535 | 1090 | 10.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1084 | 553 | 531 | 1090 | 8.80 |
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