Coton-in-the-Elms Cof E Primary School
Swadlincote, DE12 8HE · Derbyshire · primary school
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174th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 2.1/10 against 3,027 of them, against 2.5/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 58.0 · 35 | 40% | 1.39 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 25% | 0.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Coton-in-the-Elms Cof E Primary School overview
How it's doing
The school was rated Good by Ofsted in September 2023. In 2024/25, 58.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (2.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 2.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 140 pupils against a stated capacity of 175. 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 not reaching the expected standard in maths? What does a typical day look like for a child in Year 6? How does the school plan to improve attainment in the coming year?
What Ofsted said about Coton-in-the-Elms Cof E Primary School
Overview
Pupils at Coton-in-the-Elms C of E Primary School are described as "keen to learn" with "positive attitudes to all aspects of school life." The report highlights that "pupils’ personal development is exceptional," driven by a new leadership team that has raised expectations and fostered relationships based on "trust and respect." While the overall effectiveness is judged as Good, the school is praised for its supportive environment and recent curriculum improvements.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "exceptional" personal development, showing kindness, good manners, and pride in their school.
- Staff "regularly go above and beyond" to ensure every pupil is safe, happy, and ready to learn.
- The new phonics programme uses a "consistent approach," with extra help provided for those struggling to remember sounds.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are "identified quickly" and receive appropriate support to succeed.
- There are "many thoughtfully planned experiences beyond the academic curriculum," including clubs, residential trips, and wellbeing activities.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must closely monitor the impact of the new curriculum to ensure it helps pupils "remember the intended learning in the longer term" and make connections between new and prior learning.
- Leaders must ensure that early years curriculum plans "specifically identify" the key knowledge children need to know and remember, providing a clear foundation for later years.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective," noting that staff are well trained to identify risks and "waste no time in passing their concerns on."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 72% |
| 2023/24 | 65% |
| 2024/25 | 58% |
| 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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