Woodthorpe CofE Primary School
117%
Capacity
139
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Woodthorpe CofE Primary School
Woodthorpe CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Chesterfield community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 139 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (117% of 119 places).
Ofsted has rated Woodthorpe CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Matt Loader, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 45% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11700th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 25 in Chesterfield.
Woodthorpe CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 38 applications for 19 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Woodthorpe CofE Primary School include Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Library, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Cricket, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Art Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 40.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Chesterfield, Woodthorpe CofE 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Seymour Lane, Mastin Moor, Chesterfield, Chesterfield, S43 3DA |
| Headteacher | Matt Loader |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 139 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 40.3% |
| School Capacity | 139 / 119 (117% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 29 Apr 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (45%)
11700th of 13,686
Nationally
1133rd of 1,353
In East Midlands
22nd of 25
In Chesterfield
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
45%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
45%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed19
38
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Woodthorpe CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Seymour Lane, Mastin Moor, Chesterfield
Chesterfield, S43 3DA
Seymour Lane, Mastin Moor, Chesterfield
Chesterfield, S43 3DA
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