Brackensdale Spencer Academy
Academy sponsor ledPrimaryAges 3–11Mixed
Walthamstow Drive, Mackworth Estate, Derby, DE22 4BS
Headteacher · Mrs Joanna McGregor
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Key facts
Pupils497Capacity 525
OfstedGraded inspectionInspected 15 October 2024
TrustThe Spencer Academies Trust
Free school meals33.4%
SEN provisionResourced provision
Ofsted
Inspection on 15 October 2024. Ofsted no longer gives an overall grade.
- Quality of educationGood
- Behaviour and attitudesGood
- Personal developmentGood
- Leadership and managementOutstanding
- Early yearsOutstanding
- SafeguardingEffective
Ofsted management information, latest inspections as at 31 August 2026.
Reception applications close 15 January 2027
For September 2027. Apply through Derby council, not the school. National offer day is 16 April 2027.
How to apply in DerbyNearby schools for the same ages
- Reigate Park Primary Academy0.6 mi
- Ashgate Primary School0.8 mi
- The Bemrose School0.8 mi
- Ashgate Nursery School0.9 mi
- Bridge Street School1.1 mi