St Giles' Spencer Academy
URN: 147558 • Derby DE21 6BT
Overview
- Name
- St Giles' Spencer Academy
- URN
- 147558
- Type
- Academy special converter
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE SPENCER ACADEMIES TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 56.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Kim Smith (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01332343039
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Hampshire Road, Derby DE21 6BT
Summary
St Giles' Spencer Academy is a mixed academy special converter located in Derby, catering to pupils aged 4 to 11 with a diverse range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The school operates across two sites: the main site focuses on Early Years and Key Stage 1 and 2 pupils with severe learning difficulties and complex needs, while The Hive supports those with moderate learning needs, including high-functioning ASD and social-emotional challenges.
The academy prides itself on its outstanding teaching and strong communication with parents, facilitated by a dedicated family liaison support team. Staff members are well-trained to understand and meet the individual needs of each pupil, fostering an inclusive environment that promotes significant progress across the curriculum.
St Giles joined the Spencer Academies Trust in November 2019, enhancing its collaborative approach with other schools. The academy's ethos revolves around aspiration, partnership, and responsibility, aiming to provide a supportive community where every child can thrive and develop essential life skills.
The academy prides itself on its outstanding teaching and strong communication with parents, facilitated by a dedicated family liaison support team. Staff members are well-trained to understand and meet the individual needs of each pupil, fostering an inclusive environment that promotes significant progress across the curriculum.
St Giles joined the Spencer Academies Trust in November 2019, enhancing its collaborative approach with other schools. The academy's ethos revolves around aspiration, partnership, and responsibility, aiming to provide a supportive community where every child can thrive and develop essential life skills.
Useful links
- Spencer Academies Trust (other)
- Greenhouse School Websites (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Ivy House School (68.5)
- Derby Pride Academy (66.7)
- St Clare's School (66.7)
- St Martins School (66.7)
- St Giles' School (65.7)
Key details
- LA
- Derby
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE SPENCER ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 117
- Pupils
- 148
- Boys
- 114
- Girls
- 34
- FSM %
- 55.40
- Open date
- 2019-11-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-05-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Derbyshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 148 | 114 | 34 | 117 | 55.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 148 | 116 | 32 | 117 | 50.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 145 | 106 | 39 | 117 | 53.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 145 | 106 | 39 | 117 | 53.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 135 | 99 | 36 | 117 | 48.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 118 | 83 | 35 | 117 | 37.30 |
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