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Dunston Primary and Nursery Academy

Dunston Lane, Newbold, Chesterfield, S41 8EY

A Requires improvement-rated primary school in Chesterfield where 31% of pupils met the expected standard at KS2.

Academy sponsor led

Pupils

255

Ages

3-11

FSM

54.7%

Capacity

270

Ofsted

Requires improvement

Jun 2022

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

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). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 13 responses), 39% of parents would recommend this school. 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.

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.

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

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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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 do parents say about Dunston Primary and Nursery Academy?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 13 responses): 39% of parents would recommend Dunston Primary and Nursery Academy.

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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