Poolsbrook Primary Academy

About Poolsbrook Primary Academy

Poolsbrook Primary Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the Chesterfield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 68 pupils on roll, operating at 76% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Poolsbrook Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Chris Stewart, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8619th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 25 in Chesterfield.

Poolsbrook Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 10 applications for 4 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 4 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 Poolsbrook Primary Academy include Sensory Room, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Forest School.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Rounders, Swimming, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Choir, Art Club.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 58.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Chesterfield, Poolsbrook Primary 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.

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