Shirland Primary School
88%
Capacity
175
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Shirland Primary School
Shirland 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 175 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 200 places).
Ofsted has rated Shirland Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Louise Vessey, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
Shirland Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 50 applications for 28 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Shirland Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Forest School, Art Studios, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Tennis, Cross Country, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Film Club, Art Club, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North East Derbyshire, Shirland 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 | Park Lane, Alfreton, North East Derbyshire, DE55 6BH |
| Headteacher | Louise Vessey |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 175 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.9% |
| School Capacity | 175 / 200 (88% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
50
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Park Lane, Alfreton
North East Derbyshire, DE55 6BH
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