New Whittington Community Primary School

URN: 144012 • Chesterfield S43 2AQ

Overview

Name
New Whittington Community Primary School
URN
144012
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
LEARNERS' TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
48.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Emma Tooley (since 2025)
Telephone
01246450688
Website
Visit
Address
London Street, Chesterfield S43 2AQ

Summary

New Whittington Community Primary School, located in Chesterfield, Derbyshire, is a mixed academy sponsored by the Learners' Trust, currently serving 237 pupils with a capacity of 344. The school has a diverse community, with 39.10% of students eligible for free school meals, reflecting its commitment to inclusivity and support for all families.

The ethos of New Whittington is centred around collaboration and professional development, facilitated by the Learners' Trust. The Trust provides resources and support to ensure that every leader and teacher can effectively contribute to student learning. Feedback from staff and parents indicates a strong sense of pride in the school, with high levels of satisfaction regarding safety and leadership.

The curriculum at New Whittington is designed to foster a positive learning environment, encouraging both academic and personal growth. The school actively engages with other local schools to share best practices and resources, enhancing the educational experience for all students. This collaborative approach aims to create a united and supportive community for pupils and their families.

Key details

LA
Derbyshire
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
LEARNERS' TRUST
Capacity
344
Pupils
237
Boys
121
Girls
116
FSM %
39.10
Open date
2017-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2020-03-11
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Derbyshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 237 121 116 344 39.10
2024-09-11 250 125 125 344 41.80
2023-09-11 268 147 121 344 42.90
2022-09-11 268 147 121 344 42.90
2021-09-11 258 145 113 344 36.40
2020-09-11 281 161 120 344 32.60

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