Bishop Lonsdale Church of England Primary School and Nursery

URN: 140842 • Derby DE22 3HH

Overview

Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Ofsted rating
n/a
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
M Hetherington (since 2021)
Previous head
S Brownhall
Telephone
01332344795
Website
Visit
Address
St Albans Road, Derby DE22 3HH

Summary

Bishop Lonsdale Church of England Primary School and Nursery, located in Derby, is a mixed academy with a current enrolment of 247 pupils, against a capacity of 270. The school is committed to fostering a safe and welcoming environment where children can thrive academically, socially, and spiritually. The ethos is rooted in Christian values, promoting independence, honesty, and open-mindedness among its students.

The curriculum at Bishop Lonsdale is designed to provide a well-rounded education, covering essential subjects such as English, Maths, Science, and the Arts, alongside personal, social, health, and economic education (PSHE). The school also emphasizes the importance of extracurricular activities, offering various clubs and sports to enhance student engagement and well-being.

Bishop Lonsdale actively collaborates with local organizations, including Derby County Community Trust and St Luke's Church, to enrich the educational experience. The school prioritizes inclusivity and support, with dedicated resources for special educational needs (SEND) and mental health awareness, ensuring all children receive the assistance they need to succeed.

Key details

LA
Derby
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
DERBY DIOCESAN ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
270
Pupils
247
Boys
126
Girls
121
FSM %
42.20
Open date
2014-06-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Derbyshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 247 126 121 270 42.20
2024-09-11 259 129 130 270 36.10
2023-09-11 221 107 114 270 30.00
2022-09-11 221 107 114 270 30.00
2021-09-11 217 108 109 270 30.90
2020-09-11 243 125 118 270 24.40

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