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Dunston Primary and Nursery Academy

Dunston Lane, Newbold, Chesterfield, S41 8EY

Academy sponsor led
Pupils
255
Ages
3-11
FSM
54.7%
Capacity
270
Ofsted
Requires improvement
Jun 2022

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading
49.0%
Writing
57.0%
Maths
51.0%
RWM Combined
31.0%

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About Dunston Primary and Nursery Academy

Dunston Primary and Nursery Academy is a primary school in Chesterfield, Derbyshire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Requires improvement (2022 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 31% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 255 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Dunston Lane, Chesterfield, S41 8EY | More schools in Derbyshire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Dunston Primary and Nursery Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Jun 2022 — Requires improvement
  2. May 2016 — Good (predecessor: Dunston Primary and Nursery School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Dunston Primary and Nursery Academy

What is Dunston Primary and Nursery Academy's Ofsted rating?
Dunston Primary and Nursery Academy received a Requires improvement rating from Ofsted following its 2022 inspection.
What are Dunston Primary and Nursery Academy's latest exam results?
Dunston Primary and Nursery Academy: KS2 2024/25: 31% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Dunston Primary and Nursery Academy located?
Dunston Primary and Nursery Academy is a primary school in Chesterfield, Derbyshire (S41 8EY).
How many pupils attend Dunston Primary and Nursery Academy?
Dunston Primary and Nursery Academy has around 255 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Dunston Primary and Nursery Academy with other schools?
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