Clover Leys Spencer Academy
55%
Capacity
116
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Clover Leys Spencer Academy
Clover Leys Spencer Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the South Derbyshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 116 pupils on roll, operating at 55% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Clover Leys Spencer Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Imogen Fearon, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
Clover Leys Spencer Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 41 applications for 30 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate 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 Clover Leys Spencer Academy include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Art Studios, ICT Suite.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Netball, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Film Club, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.3%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Derbyshire, Clover Leys 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 | Woodsford Drive, Derby, South Derbyshire, DE24 5AX |
| Headteacher | Imogen Fearon |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 116 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.3% |
| School Capacity | 116 / 210 (55% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Jul 2024. 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
41
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
30 families put this school as their 1st choice (73% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Woodsford Drive, Derby
South Derbyshire, DE24 5AX
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