Pilsley Primary School
107%
Capacity
220
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Pilsley Primary School
Pilsley Primary School 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 220 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (107% of 206 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Pilsley Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lynn Brook, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 81% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1355th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 35 in North East Derbyshire.
Pilsley Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 46 applications for 21 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 were first-preference applications.
Pilsley Primary School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.2/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Pilsley Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Forest School, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Tennis, Netball, Athletics, as well as clubs including Choir, Coding, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 32.3%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North East Derbyshire, Pilsley 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 | Station Road, Chesterfield, North East Derbyshire, S45 8EU |
| Headteacher | Lynn Brook |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 220 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 32.3% |
| School Capacity | 220 / 206 (107% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Feb 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 7 Feb 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (81%)
1355th of 13,686
Nationally
109th of 1,353
In East Midlands
6th of 35
In North East Derbyshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
81%
Expected Standard
19%
Higher Standard
'22/23
82%
'23/24
81%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed21
46
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
20 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Station Road, Chesterfield
North East Derbyshire, S45 8EU
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