North Wingfield Primary and Nursery Academy
90%
Capacity
380
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About North Wingfield Primary and Nursery Academy
North Wingfield Primary and Nursery Academy 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 380 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated North Wingfield Primary and Nursery Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rachael Peacock, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5993rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 35 in North East Derbyshire.
North Wingfield Primary and Nursery Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 79 applications for 39 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 37 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 North Wingfield Primary and Nursery Academy include Forest School, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Library, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Gymnastics, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Coding, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 49.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North East Derbyshire, North Wingfield Primary and Nursery 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 | 80 Chesterfield Road, North East Derbyshire, S42 5LE |
| Headteacher | Rachael Peacock |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 380 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 49.4% |
| School Capacity | 380 / 420 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
5993rd of 13,686
Nationally
532nd of 1,353
In East Midlands
14th of 35
In North East Derbyshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
65%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed39
79
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
37 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
80 Chesterfield Road
North East Derbyshire, S42 5LE
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