Highfields Spencer Academy
Highfields Spencer Academy is a primary located in Derbyshire, DE23 3UX. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Requires Improvement. The school admits pupils aged 3 to 11. It currently has approximately 197 pupils on roll.
Highfields Spencer Academy is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a free schools. It provides nursery classes for early years children.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Primary
School Type: Free schools
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 3 to 11
Boarding: N/A
Nursery Provision: Has Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Rural town and fringe
Religious Diocese: N/A
Local Authority: Derbyshire
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 236
Number of Pupils: 197
Number of Boys: 103
Number of Girls: 94
Special Classes Code: 0
Percentage on Free School Meals: 24.7
Last Changed Date: 2025-06-02
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Requires Improvement
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Requires Improvement
Behaviour & Attitudes: Good
Personal Development: Good
Leadership & Management: Requires Improvement
Early Years Provision: Good
Sixth Form Provision: Not Rated
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2023-03-22
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: McCulloch
Phone: 01332955599
Website: highfieldsspencer.com
Location: Tutbury Avenue, Littleover
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
Local area information
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Frequently Asked Questions about Highfields Spencer Academy
What is the Ofsted rating of Highfields Spencer Academy?
Highfields Spencer Academy has been rated Requires Improvement by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Highfields Spencer Academy admit?
Highfields Spencer Academy admits pupils from age 3 to 11.
Is Highfields Spencer Academy a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Highfields Spencer Academy is a mixed school.
What type of school is Highfields Spencer Academy?
Highfields Spencer Academy is a free schools offering primary education.
What is the crime rate near Highfields Spencer Academy?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Highfields Spencer Academy on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Highfields Spencer Academy?
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