William Rhodes Primary and Nursery School
87%
Capacity
182
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About William Rhodes Primary and Nursery School
William Rhodes Primary and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Chesterfield community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 182 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated William Rhodes Primary and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jenny Wilkes, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 47% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11487th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 25 in Chesterfield.
William Rhodes Primary and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 43 applications for 25 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
William Rhodes Primary and Nursery School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 90% recommending the school (30 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at William Rhodes Primary and Nursery School include Forest School, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Dance, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Coding, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 58.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Chesterfield, William Rhodes Primary and Nursery 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 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Hunloke Avenue, Chesterfield, Chesterfield, S40 2NR |
| Headteacher | Jenny Wilkes |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 182 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 58.5% |
| School Capacity | 182 / 210 (87% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 31 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11487th of 13,686
Nationally
1106th of 1,353
In East Midlands
19th of 25
In Chesterfield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
47%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
21%
'23/24
47%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
30 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
43
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About William Rhodes Primary and Nursery School
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Contact Information
Hunloke Avenue, Chesterfield
Chesterfield, S40 2NR
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