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Ashgate Croft School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Ashgate Croft School is a academy special converter not applicable school in Chesterfield, Derbyshire , serving pupils aged 4–19, with 161 pupils, and a capacity of 148 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–19

Age range

161

Pupils

148

Capacity

109%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2012

Ashgate Croft School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Ashgate Croft School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Derbyshire. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 161 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 148 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Derbyshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Ashgate Croft School — School Information

Full address
Ashgate Road, Chesterfield, S40 4BN
Local authority
Derbyshire
School type
Academy special converter
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
4–19 years
Free school meals
56.8% of pupils
DfE URN
147124

Other Not applicable Schools in Chesterfield

If Ashgate Croft School is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Chesterfield are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Ashgate Croft School

Is Ashgate Croft School oversubscribed?

Yes — Ashgate Croft School currently has 161 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 148 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Ashgate Croft School?

Admission to Ashgate Croft School is managed by Derbyshire. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Ashgate Croft School cover?

Ashgate Croft School is a not applicable school in Chesterfield, Derbyshire, serving pupils aged 4–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Ashgate Croft School?

Ashgate Croft School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2012. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.