Brimington Junior School
URN: 143580 • Chesterfield S43 1HF
Overview
- Name
- Brimington Junior School
- URN
- 143580
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- LEARNERS' TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 51.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Katie Dennis (since 2025) , Executive Head
- Telephone
- 01246232505
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Springvale Road, Chesterfield S43 1HF
Summary
Brimington Junior School, located in Chesterfield, Derbyshire, is a mixed primary academy with a current enrolment of 297 pupils, out of a capacity of 360. The school is part of the Learners' Trust, which provides a supportive framework for educational development. Headteacher Helina Kirkup emphasizes the positive impact of this partnership, noting that it has allowed the school to maintain its unique identity while enhancing overall happiness and unity within the school community.
The school prides itself on a strong culture of collaboration and support, ensuring that both staff and pupils feel safe and valued. Recent feedback indicates that 100% of staff are proud to be part of the school, and 96% of parents believe it is well-led and managed. The Learners' Trust focuses on equipping teachers with the necessary resources and skills to foster student development, while also providing quick intervention when needed.
Brimington Junior School is committed to creating an inclusive and nurturing environment, where every child can thrive academically and socially. The school actively engages with local communities and other schools within the Trust to share best practices and enhance educational outcomes for all learners.
The school prides itself on a strong culture of collaboration and support, ensuring that both staff and pupils feel safe and valued. Recent feedback indicates that 100% of staff are proud to be part of the school, and 96% of parents believe it is well-led and managed. The Learners' Trust focuses on equipping teachers with the necessary resources and skills to foster student development, while also providing quick intervention when needed.
Brimington Junior School is committed to creating an inclusive and nurturing environment, where every child can thrive academically and socially. The school actively engages with local communities and other schools within the Trust to share best practices and enhance educational outcomes for all learners.
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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
- 7 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- LEARNERS' TRUST
- Capacity
- 360
- Pupils
- 297
- Boys
- 157
- Girls
- 140
- FSM %
- 37.70
- Open date
- 2016-12-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-11-28
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Derbyshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 297 | 157 | 140 | 360 | 37.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 306 | 164 | 142 | 360 | 34.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 307 | 169 | 138 | 360 | 32.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 307 | 169 | 138 | 360 | 32.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 294 | 162 | 132 | 360 | 31.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 304 | 159 | 145 | 360 | 26.00 |
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