South Wingfield Primary School
105%
Capacity
137
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About South Wingfield Primary School
South Wingfield Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Amber Valley community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 137 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (105% of 131 places).
Ofsted has rated South Wingfield Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Melissa Kealy, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5546th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 43 in Amber Valley.
South Wingfield Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 51 applications for 20 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
South Wingfield Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (1.5/5 from 23 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Speech, Language & Communication, Physical Disability and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at South Wingfield Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Library, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Dance, Cross Country, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Drama, Book Club, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Amber Valley, South Wingfield 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 | Church Lane, Alfreton, Amber Valley, DE55 7NJ |
| Headteacher | Melissa Kealy |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 137 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.4% |
| School Capacity | 137 / 131 (105% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Dec 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5546th of 13,686
Nationally
498th of 1,353
In East Midlands
18th of 43
In Amber Valley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
67%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
51
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About South Wingfield Primary School
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Contact Information
Church Lane, Alfreton
Amber Valley, DE55 7NJ
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