Highfields Spencer Academy
URN: 147869 • Derby DE23 3UX
Overview
- Name
- Highfields Spencer Academy
- URN
- 147869
- Type
- Free schools
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- THE SPENCER ACADEMIES TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 45.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Brooke McCulloch (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01332955599
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Tutbury Avenue, Derby DE23 3UX
Summary
Highfields Spencer Academy is a mixed primary school located in Derby, Derbyshire, with a current enrolment of 233 pupils and a capacity of 236. As part of The Spencer Academies Trust, the school is committed to fostering a high-performing educational environment that prioritises the development of growth mindsets among students. The academy aims to provide a knowledge-rich curriculum tailored to meet the needs of its local community.
The school places a strong emphasis on creating an inclusive atmosphere where all children can thrive and understand the limitless potential of their learning. Highfields Spencer Academy is dedicated to supporting its pupils in their educational journey, ensuring that they receive the guidance and resources necessary to succeed.
With a significant percentage of pupils (23.30%) eligible for free school meals, Highfields Spencer Academy is attuned to the diverse needs of its student body. The school strives to engage with families and the wider community, reinforcing its commitment to educational excellence and community involvement. For more information, visit their website at highfieldsspencer.com.
The school places a strong emphasis on creating an inclusive atmosphere where all children can thrive and understand the limitless potential of their learning. Highfields Spencer Academy is dedicated to supporting its pupils in their educational journey, ensuring that they receive the guidance and resources necessary to succeed.
With a significant percentage of pupils (23.30%) eligible for free school meals, Highfields Spencer Academy is attuned to the diverse needs of its student body. The school strives to engage with families and the wider community, reinforcing its commitment to educational excellence and community involvement. For more information, visit their website at highfieldsspencer.com.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- School Prospectus (download)
- Lunch Menu (download)
- Home (other)
- School Admissions (other)
- Nursery Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Principal’s Welcome (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Griffe Field Primary School (78.6)
- Lawn Primary School (77.6)
- Griffe Field Primary School (77.4)
- Homefields Primary School (77.3)
- Lawn Primary School (77.0)
Key details
- LA
- Derbyshire
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE SPENCER ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 236
- Pupils
- 233
- Boys
- 118
- Girls
- 115
- FSM %
- 23.30
- Open date
- 2020-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-02-08
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Derbyshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 233 | 118 | 115 | 236 | 23.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 197 | 103 | 94 | 236 | 24.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 97 | 52 | 45 | 236 | 4.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 97 | 52 | 45 | 236 | 4.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 64 | 30 | 34 | 236 | 1.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 236 |
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