Poolsbrook Primary Academy
URN: 143181 • Chesterfield S43 3LF
Overview
- Name
- Poolsbrook Primary Academy
- URN
- 143181
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Special Measures
- Ranking score
- 28.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Louise Parker (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Cottage Close, Chesterfield S43 3LF
Summary
Poolsbrook Primary Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Chesterfield, Derbyshire, with a current enrollment of 104 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 90. The school is part of the Flying High Partnership, a Multi Academy Trust that supports over 30 primary schools across the region. It is situated near Poolsbrook Country Park, providing a scenic environment that enhances the educational experience.
The academy emphasizes a strong ethos centered around its core values: Aim High, Show Respect, and Be Safe. This commitment fosters an inclusive and supportive atmosphere where children are encouraged to reach their full potential. The curriculum is designed to be engaging and tailored to the interests of the students, promoting a love for learning while ensuring that fundamental British values are integrated into daily activities.
Poolsbrook Primary Academy was rated as 'Good' by Ofsted in November 2023, with inspectors noting the pride pupils take in their school. The school community works collaboratively to create a safe and stimulating environment, where exemplary behavior is encouraged, and older students support their younger peers.
The academy emphasizes a strong ethos centered around its core values: Aim High, Show Respect, and Be Safe. This commitment fosters an inclusive and supportive atmosphere where children are encouraged to reach their full potential. The curriculum is designed to be engaging and tailored to the interests of the students, promoting a love for learning while ensuring that fundamental British values are integrated into daily activities.
Poolsbrook Primary Academy was rated as 'Good' by Ofsted in November 2023, with inspectors noting the pride pupils take in their school. The school community works collaboratively to create a safe and stimulating environment, where exemplary behavior is encouraged, and older students support their younger peers.
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Nearby alternatives
- Westfield Infant School (73.3)
- Walton Holymoorside Primary School (66.4)
- St Mary's Catholic Primary (64.8)
- Old Hall Junior School (64.7)
- Park House Primary School (63.5)
Key details
- LA
- Derbyshire
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 90
- Pupils
- 104
- Boys
- 47
- Girls
- 57
- FSM %
- 48.40
- Open date
- 2016-09-01
- Close date
- 2020-12-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-03-21
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Derbyshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 104 | 47 | 57 | 90 | 48.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 104 | 47 | 57 | 90 | 48.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 104 | 47 | 57 | 90 | 48.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 104 | 47 | 57 | 90 | 48.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 104 | 47 | 57 | 90 | 48.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 104 | 47 | 57 | 90 | 48.40 |
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