Holmgate Primary School and Nursery
101%
Capacity
243
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Holmgate Primary School and Nursery
Holmgate Primary School and Nursery 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 243 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 240 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Holmgate Primary School and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ffion Thornton, 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 8127th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 35 in North East Derbyshire.
Holmgate Primary School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 60 applications for 28 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Holmgate Primary School and Nursery include Library, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Dance, Rounders, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Drama, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 39.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North East Derbyshire, Holmgate Primary School and Nursery 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 | Holmgate Road, Chesterfield, North East Derbyshire, S45 9QD |
| Headteacher | Ffion Thornton |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 243 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 39.3% |
| School Capacity | 243 / 240 (101% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8127th of 13,686
Nationally
749th of 1,353
In East Midlands
22nd of 35
In North East Derbyshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'23/24
59%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
60
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Holmgate Road, Chesterfield
North East Derbyshire, S45 9QD
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