Abercrombie Primary School
118%
Capacity
247
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Abercrombie Primary School
Abercrombie Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Chesterfield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 247 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (118% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Abercrombie Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Tracy Gannon, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5513th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 25 in Chesterfield.
Abercrombie Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 76 applications for 29 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
Abercrombie Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the school (58 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Severe Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Abercrombie Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Library, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Forest School, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Rounders, Gymnastics, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.3%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Chesterfield, Abercrombie Primary School is one of the options available in the East Midlands region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Higher Albert Street, Chesterfield, Chesterfield, S41 7QE |
| Headteacher | Tracy Gannon |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 247 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.3% |
| School Capacity | 247 / 210 (118% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Nov 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (6 Nov 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Jul 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5513th of 13,686
Nationally
495th of 1,353
In East Midlands
10th of 25
In Chesterfield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
75%
'23/24
67%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
58 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
76
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Abercrombie Primary School
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Contact Information
Higher Albert Street, Chesterfield
Chesterfield, S41 7QE
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