Inkersall Spencer Academy
90%
Capacity
377
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Inkersall Spencer Academy
Inkersall Spencer Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Chesterfield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 377 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Inkersall Spencer Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Allison, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 49% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11053rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 25 in Chesterfield.
Inkersall Spencer Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 89 applications for 53 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 53 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 10 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 7 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Inkersall Spencer Academy include Sports Hall, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Library, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Gymnastics, Athletics, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Film Club, Book Club, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 40.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Chesterfield, Inkersall 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 | Inkersall Green Road, Chesterfield, Chesterfield, S43 3SE |
| Headteacher | Sarah Allison |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 377 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 40.3% |
| School Capacity | 377 / 420 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Feb 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Mar 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (49%)
11053rd of 13,686
Nationally
1064th of 1,353
In East Midlands
18th of 25
In Chesterfield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
49%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
49%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed53
89
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
53 families put this school as their 1st choice (60% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Inkersall Green Road, Chesterfield
Chesterfield, S43 3SE
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