Chellaston Fields Spencer Academy
82%
Capacity
173
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Chellaston Fields Spencer Academy
Chellaston Fields Spencer Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the South Derbyshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 173 pupils on roll and is well-filled (82% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Chellaston Fields Spencer Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher John Sheard, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
Chellaston Fields Spencer Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 52 applications for 22 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Chellaston Fields Spencer Academy include Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, ICT Suite.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Tennis, Football, Rounders, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Film Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Derbyshire, Chellaston Fields Spencer Academy 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Riber Drive, Chellaston, South Derbyshire, DE73 6WS |
| Headteacher | John Sheard |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 173 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.0% |
| School Capacity | 173 / 210 (82% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
4Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
52
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 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.
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Contact Information
Riber Drive, Chellaston
South Derbyshire, DE73 6WS
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