Ashgate Croft School

URN: 147124 • Chesterfield S40 4BN

Overview

Name
Ashgate Croft School
URN
147124
Type
Academy special converter
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
LEARNERS' TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
63.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jennifer Dodds (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01246275111
Website
Visit
Address
Ashgate Road, Chesterfield S40 4BN

Summary

Ashgate Croft School is a designated Area Special School located in Chesterfield, Derbyshire, catering to pupils with severe learning difficulties. With an enrollment of 161 students, exceeding its capacity of 148, the school provides tailored support for children and young people from Year R to Year 14. The school’s mission focuses on equipping students with essential life skills, fostering independence, communication, confidence, and self-esteem in a safe and welcoming environment.

The curriculum at Ashgate Croft is designed to meet the diverse cognitive and physical needs of its pupils, ensuring that each child receives the specialist support necessary for their development. The school prides itself on a strong sense of community, with 100% of parents expressing satisfaction with the school’s welcoming atmosphere and the safety of their children.

As part of the Learners' Trust, Ashgate Croft School benefits from a collaborative approach that emphasizes effective leadership and continuous improvement. The school is committed to providing a nurturing environment where both students and staff feel valued and supported.

Key details

LA
Derbyshire
Age range
4 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
LEARNERS' TRUST
Capacity
148
Pupils
161
Boys
116
Girls
45
FSM %
56.80
Open date
2019-06-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-02-07
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Derbyshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 161 116 45 148 56.80
2024-09-11 154 107 47 148 60.50
2023-09-11 145 98 47 152 57.90
2022-09-11 145 98 47 142 57.90
2021-09-11 148 99 49 138 56.40
2020-09-11 140 94 46 138 56.60

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