Newbold CofE Primary School
104%
Capacity
219
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Newbold CofE Primary School
Newbold CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Chesterfield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 219 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (104% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Newbold CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kerry Marsh, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4031st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 5th out of 25 in Chesterfield.
Newbold CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 62 applications for 24 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 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 Newbold CofE Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Forest School, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Gymnastics, Rounders, Tennis, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 48.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Chesterfield, Newbold CofE 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Cranborne Road, Chesterfield, Chesterfield, S41 8PF |
| Headteacher | Kerry Marsh |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 219 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 48.1% |
| School Capacity | 219 / 210 (104% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jan 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
4031st of 13,686
Nationally
359th of 1,353
In East Midlands
5th of 25
In Chesterfield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
71%
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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed24
62
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Cranborne Road, Chesterfield
Chesterfield, S41 8PF
Journey to School
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