Deer Park Primary School
Chesterfield, S42 6TD · Derbyshire · primary school
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33rd 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 the 3,999 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.1/10 among them, against 7.0/10 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 | 75.0 · 78 | 62% | 4.78 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 8.0 · 57 | 38% | 2.19 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Deer Park Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 75.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 8.0% achieved it, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.1 out of 10 among them, against 7.0 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 338 pupils against a stated capacity of 350. 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
With 12 places currently available, how does the school manage waiting lists for specific entry years? Since the similar-intake comparison shows a lower score than the national average, what specific support is provided for pupils who need extra help in maths? How do the breakfast and after-school clubs operate during term time?
What Ofsted said about Deer Park Primary School
Overview
Deer Park Primary School offers a "warm welcome" and maintains a "calm atmosphere" where pupils are "ready, respectful and safe." The inspection found that the quality of education, behaviour, personal development, leadership, and early years provision are all rated as Good, with staff demonstrating high expectations and effective support for pupils.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "well sequenced," allowing pupils to make connections between subjects, such as applying music knowledge to dance.
- Staff are "highly knowledgeable" and consistently expect pupils to use phonic knowledge to sound out unfamiliar words, ensuring a strong start in reading.
- Personal development is supported by initiatives like "peer listeners" and "kindness ambassadors," fostering a culture where pupils value each other’s "distinctive qualities."
- Pastoral support is rigorous, with a well-being team offering practical help and leaders analysing attendance to identify issues early.
- Staff workload and well-being have been prioritised during recent changes, leading to increased confidence in practice and pride in working at the school.
Areas to improve
- The curriculum must specify how and when pupils learn foundational knowledge, ensuring they secure skills like letter formation before undertaking complex tasks.
- The school needs to communicate more effectively with parents of children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) to ensure they understand the support in place.
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 | 79% |
| 2023/24 | 73% |
| 2024/25 | 75% |
| 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
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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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