Christ Church CofE Primary School
92%
Capacity
194
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Christ Church CofE Primary School
Christ Church CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Chesterfield community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 194 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Christ Church CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Susan Davies-Beckett, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8098th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 25 in Chesterfield.
Christ Church CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 46 applications for 23 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 23 were first-preference applications.
Christ Church CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (55 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Christ Church CofE Primary School include Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Forest School, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Dance, Netball, Rounders, as well as clubs including Choir, Book Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.8%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Chesterfield, Christ Church CofE 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Tapton View Road, Chesterfield, Chesterfield, S41 7JU |
| Headteacher | Susan Davies-Beckett |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 194 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.8% |
| School Capacity | 194 / 210 (92% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Jan 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (15 Jan 2025): Improved significantly
Source: Ofsted, 19 Jul 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8098th of 13,686
Nationally
743rd of 1,353
In East Midlands
12th of 25
In Chesterfield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
59%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
55 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
46
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
23 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Christ Church CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Tapton View Road, Chesterfield
Chesterfield, S41 7JU
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