West Park School

URN: 136634 • Derby DE21 7BT

Overview

Name
West Park School
URN
136634
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
WEST PARK SCHOOL
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
65.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Scott McGregor (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01332662337
Website
Visit
Address
West Road, Derby DE21 7BT

Summary

West Park School, located in Derby, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 1,463 pupils, slightly below its capacity of 1,390. The school is committed to providing a comprehensive education, offering a curriculum that spans a wide range of subjects. In Years 7 to 9, all students study core subjects including Mathematics, English, Science, and Humanities, alongside creative and technical subjects such as Art and Technology.

In Years 10 and 11, pupils take key examinations in English, Mathematics, and Science, with options to pursue additional subjects, including French and various BTEC courses. The school emphasizes a well-rounded education, ensuring that all students are equipped with essential skills for future academic and career pursuits.

West Park School fosters a supportive community environment, encouraging personal development through initiatives in Personal, Social, and Health Education. The school actively engages with families, providing regular updates and newsletters to keep parents informed about school activities and developments. For further details about the curriculum, parents can reach out to the relevant department heads.

Key details

LA
Derby
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
WEST PARK SCHOOL
Capacity
1390
Pupils
1463
Boys
712
Girls
751
FSM %
24.20
Open date
2011-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2020-03-11
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Derbyshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1463 712 751 1390 24.20
2024-09-11 1464 737 727 1390 19.40
2023-09-11 1442 752 690 1390 13.90
2022-09-11 1442 752 690 1390 13.90
2021-09-11 1409 746 663 1250 13.60
2020-09-11 1362 718 644 1250 11.80

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