Cotmanhay Junior School
Ilkeston, DE7 8RR · Derbyshire · primary school
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203rd of 263 primary schools in Derbyshire we can score, 354 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 4.8/10 against 227 of them, against 2.8/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 38.0 · 7 | 62% | 0.41 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 9.0 · 61 | 38% | 2.36 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Cotmanhay Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 38.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 9.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (4.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 273 pupils against a stated capacity of 313. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific activities take place during the after-school club?
What Ofsted said about Cotmanhay Junior School
Overview
Cotmanhay Junior School is described as a “calm, caring and nurturing community” where pupils feel “known, valued and wellcared for.” While behaviour, personal development, and leadership are rated Good, the quality of education Requires improvement because pupils do not yet achieve as well as they should due to inconsistencies in learning and recall.
Strengths
- Relationships between staff and pupils are “consistently exemplary,” with high expectations for kindness and safety.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are “well supported” through accurate identification and tailored help.
- Personal development is “significantly enhanced,” with pupils learning about diverse cultures, British values, and mental health.
- Leaders are “relentless in their aspirations” and prioritise staff well-being and attendance.
- The reading curriculum is “well-structured” and taught consistently, with prompt support for early readers.
Areas to improve
- Teachers must ensure pupils “consistently learn and remember the content of the curriculum” to address low national assessment outcomes.
- Staff should “consistently assess how well pupils achieve in lessons” and adapt teaching accordingly.
- Recent curriculum improvements need to be fully embedded, and phonics instruction must use correct sound pronunciations to avoid inaccuracies.
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective.”
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 46% |
| 2023/24 | 40% |
| 2024/25 | 38% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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