Walton Peak Flying High Academy
36%
Capacity
127
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Walton Peak Flying High Academy
Walton Peak Flying High Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the Chesterfield community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 127 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (36% of 350 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Walton Peak Flying High Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mark Parkinson, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5078th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 25 in Chesterfield.
Walton Peak Flying High Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 44 applications for 16 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), 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 Walton Peak Flying High Academy include Dining Hall, Art Studios, Forest School, Gymnasium, ICT Suite.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Athletics, Swimming, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Coding, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 50.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Chesterfield, Walton Peak Flying High 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 | None |
| Address | Whitecotes Lane, Chesterfield, Chesterfield, S40 3HJ |
| Headteacher | Mark Parkinson |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 127 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 50.4% |
| School Capacity | 127 / 350 (36% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
5078th of 13,686
Nationally
453rd of 1,353
In East Midlands
8th of 25
In Chesterfield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
68%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed16
44
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Walton Peak Flying High Academy
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Contact Information
Whitecotes Lane, Chesterfield
Chesterfield, S40 3HJ
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