Woodthorpe CofE Primary School

URN: 147107 • Chesterfield S43 3DA

Overview

Name
Woodthorpe CofE Primary School
URN
147107
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
DERBY DIOCESAN ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
50.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Matt Loader (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01246472584
Website
Visit
Address
Seymour Lane, Chesterfield S43 3DA

Summary

Woodthorpe Church of England Primary School, located in Chesterfield, Derbyshire, is a mixed academy converter with a current enrolment of 139 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 119. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment, guided by its motto: "Learning and growing together to be the best we can be." The ethos is rooted in Christian values, particularly the biblical quote from Joshua 1:9, which emphasizes courage and support.

The curriculum at Woodthorpe CofE Primary is designed to provide a broad range of learning opportunities through themed topics. Teachers employ creative and imaginative methods to engage students, ensuring that learning experiences are both exciting and memorable. The school also takes advantage of its extensive outdoor facilities, promoting outdoor learning as an integral part of the educational experience.

Woodthorpe is part of the Derby Diocesan Academy Trust, which enhances collaboration with other schools within the trust. The school prides itself on building strong relationships with parents, the local community, and the parish, fostering a sense of teamwork and shared achievement among students, staff, and families.

Key details

LA
Derbyshire
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
DERBY DIOCESAN ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
119
Pupils
139
Boys
57
Girls
82
FSM %
40.30
Open date
2019-06-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-03-14
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Derbyshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 139 57 82 119 40.30
2024-09-11 139 54 85 119 29.20
2023-09-11 133 56 77 119 23.30
2022-09-11 133 56 77 119 23.30
2021-09-11 123 57 66 119 25.20
2020-09-11 122 50 72 119 20.50

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