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
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.
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.
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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
- 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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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