Spire Nursery and Infant School
124%
Capacity
186
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Spire Nursery and Infant School
Spire Nursery and Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Chesterfield community, welcoming children from age 2 to 7. The school has 186 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (124% of 150 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Spire Nursery and Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kelly Hill, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
Spire Nursery and Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 79 applications for 48 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 47 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Spire Nursery and Infant School include Library, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Gymnastics, Football, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Gardening, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 56.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Chesterfield, Spire Nursery and Infant 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 | 2 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Derby Road, Chesterfield, Chesterfield, S40 2EU |
| Headteacher | Kelly Hill |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 186 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 56.4% |
| School Capacity | 186 / 150 (124% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 Jul 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Nov 2011. 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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed48
79
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
47 families put this school as their 1st choice (59% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Derby Road, Chesterfield
Chesterfield, S40 2EU
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