Dunston Primary and Nursery Academy
URN: 145250 • Chesterfield S41 8EY
Overview
- Name
- Dunston Primary and Nursery Academy
- URN
- 145250
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- MINERVA LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 41.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Louise Parker (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01246450601
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Dunston Lane, Chesterfield S41 8EY
Summary
      Dunston Primary and Nursery Academy, located in Chesterfield, Derbyshire, is a mixed academy with a current enrolment of 255 pupils, serving a capacity of 270. The school is committed to providing an inclusive and high-quality educational experience, guided by its ethos of "Be the Best You Can Be." The curriculum is designed to be memorable, inclusive, and language-rich, ensuring that all students are engaged and supported in their learning journey.
The academy places a strong emphasis on community involvement and values the contributions of local volunteers, particularly in governance roles. This reflects its dedication to fostering a supportive environment where every child feels valued and celebrated. The school actively promotes British values and is committed to safeguarding and supporting students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
Dunston Primary and Nursery Academy is part of the Minerva Learning Trust, which enhances its educational offerings and community connections. For more information about the school’s vision, curriculum, and policies, parents are encouraged to visit the school’s website or contact the office directly.
      The academy places a strong emphasis on community involvement and values the contributions of local volunteers, particularly in governance roles. This reflects its dedication to fostering a supportive environment where every child feels valued and celebrated. The school actively promotes British values and is committed to safeguarding and supporting students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
Dunston Primary and Nursery Academy is part of the Minerva Learning Trust, which enhances its educational offerings and community connections. For more information about the school’s vision, curriculum, and policies, parents are encouraged to visit the school’s website or contact the office directly.
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- Spring 1 Newsletter (download)
- Autumn 2 Newsletter (download)
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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
- MINERVA LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 270
- Pupils
- 255
- Boys
- 134
- Girls
- 121
- FSM %
- 54.70
- Open date
- 2018-02-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-06-23
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Derbyshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% | 
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 255 | 134 | 121 | 270 | 54.70 | 
| 2024-09-11 | 281 | 155 | 126 | 270 | 50.40 | 
| 2023-09-11 | 297 | 168 | 129 | 270 | 44.30 | 
| 2022-09-11 | 297 | 168 | 129 | 270 | 44.30 | 
| 2021-09-11 | 294 | 156 | 138 | 270 | 42.50 | 
| 2020-09-11 | 304 | 161 | 143 | 270 | 34.10 | 
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