Grassmoor Primary School
88%
Capacity
231
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Grassmoor Primary School
Grassmoor Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North East Derbyshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 231 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 262 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Grassmoor Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Katie Wileman, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 34% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13033rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 35th out of 35 in North East Derbyshire.
Grassmoor Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 54 applications for 20 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
Grassmoor Primary School has good reviews on SchoolParrot (3.7/5 from 1 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 83% recommending the school (29 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 10 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 7 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Grassmoor Primary School include ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Tennis, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Choir, Gardening, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 44.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North East Derbyshire, Grassmoor 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 | North Wingfield Road, Chesterfield, North East Derbyshire, S42 5EP |
| Headteacher | Katie Wileman |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 231 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 44.7% |
| School Capacity | 231 / 262 (88% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Apr 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 May 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (34%)
13033rd of 13,686
Nationally
1275th of 1,353
In East Midlands
35th of 35
In North East Derbyshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
34%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
45%
'23/24
34%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
29 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
54
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Grassmoor Primary School
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Contact Information
North Wingfield Road, Chesterfield
North East Derbyshire, S42 5EP
North Wingfield Road, Chesterfield
North East Derbyshire, S42 5EP
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