Hollingwood Primary School
105%
Capacity
316
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Hollingwood Primary School
Hollingwood Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Chesterfield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 316 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (105% of 300 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hollingwood Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Chris Stewart, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4071st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 25 in Chesterfield.
Hollingwood Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 80 applications for 32 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
Hollingwood Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 86% recommending the school (56 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hollingwood Primary School include Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Forest School, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Swimming, Gymnastics, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Choir, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.6%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Chesterfield, Hollingwood 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 | Lilac Street, Chesterfield, Chesterfield, S43 2JG |
| Headteacher | Chris Stewart |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 316 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.6% |
| School Capacity | 316 / 300 (105% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Oct 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (23 Oct 2024): Improved significantly
Source: Ofsted, 26 Mar 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4071st of 13,686
Nationally
363rd of 1,353
In East Midlands
6th of 25
In Chesterfield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
16%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
70%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
56 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed32
80
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hollingwood Primary School
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Contact Information
Lilac Street, Chesterfield
Chesterfield, S43 2JG
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