Sharley Park Community Primary School
97%
Capacity
409
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Sharley Park Community Primary School
Sharley Park Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North East Derbyshire community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 409 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Sharley Park Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nicola Stevenson, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 44% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11932nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 35 in North East Derbyshire.
Sharley Park Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 97 applications for 60 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 67 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 11 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 8 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Sharley Park Community Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Forest School, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Cross Country, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Eco Club, Science Club, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 49.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North East Derbyshire, Sharley Park Community 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Sharley Park Community Primary School, Pilsley Road, Clay Cross, Chesterfield, North East Derbyshire, S45 9BN |
| Headteacher | Nicola Stevenson |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 409 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 49.1% |
| School Capacity | 409 / 420 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Apr 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Jan 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (44%)
11932nd of 13,686
Nationally
1158th of 1,353
In East Midlands
31st of 35
In North East Derbyshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
44%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
44%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
97
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
67 families put this school as their 1st choice (69% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Sharley Park Community Primary School, Pilsley Road, Clay Cross, Chesterfield
North East Derbyshire, S45 9BN
Sharley Park Community Primary School, Pilsley Road, Clay Cross, Chesterfield
North East Derbyshire, S45 9BN
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