Hilton Spencer Academy
73%
Capacity
583
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Hilton Spencer Academy
Hilton Spencer Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the South Derbyshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 583 pupils on roll, operating at 73% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hilton Spencer Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Gary Staddon, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4607th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 30 in South Derbyshire.
Hilton Spencer Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 116 applications for 76 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 63 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate 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 Hilton Spencer Academy include Art Studios, Dining Hall, Forest School, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Netball, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Gardening, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.4%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Derbyshire, Hilton 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Peacroft Lane, Derby, South Derbyshire, DE65 5GH |
| Headteacher | Gary Staddon |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 583 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.4% |
| School Capacity | 583 / 796 (73% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (11 Jan 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 22 Jul 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4607th of 13,686
Nationally
410th of 1,353
In East Midlands
9th of 30
In South Derbyshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
69%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed76
116
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
63 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Peacroft Lane, Derby
South Derbyshire, DE65 5GH
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