Tupton Primary and Nursery Academy
100%
Capacity
239
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Tupton Primary and Nursery Academy
Tupton Primary and Nursery Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North East Derbyshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 239 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 240 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Tupton Primary and Nursery Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Katherine Richards, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 76% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2531st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 35 in North East Derbyshire.
Tupton Primary and Nursery Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 75 applications for 29 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Tupton Primary and Nursery Academy include Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Gymnastics, Dance, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Science Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 52.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North East Derbyshire, Tupton Primary and Nursery 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.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Queen Victoria Road, Chesterfield, North East Derbyshire, S42 6DY |
| Headteacher | Katherine Richards |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 239 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 52.1% |
| School Capacity | 239 / 240 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (76%)
2531st of 13,686
Nationally
214th of 1,353
In East Midlands
8th of 35
In North East Derbyshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
76%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
76%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
75
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Queen Victoria Road, Chesterfield
North East Derbyshire, S42 6DY
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