Duke of Norfolk CofE Primary School
Glossop, SK13 7RD · Derbyshire · primary school
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185th 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 4,083 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.3/10 among them, against 2.3/10 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 | 44.0 · 12 | 40% | 0.47 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 25% | 1.00 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Duke of Norfolk CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 44.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, the figure was 5.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.3 out of 10 among them, against 2.3 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join clubs including Basketball, Arts & Crafts, Photography with iPads, Comic & Book Club, Forest Fun, Pottery, Dance & Yoga, and Cross Stitch. Sports activities include Bikeability, Little Bikers, Forest School, and Glossop Jog. Trips include visits to Robin Wood. Both a breakfast club and an after-school club are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 304 pupils against a stated capacity of 330. 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 steps are taken to raise attainment in writing?
What Ofsted said about Duke of Norfolk CofE Primary School
Overview
Pupils are "excited to attend this school every day" and feel "safe, valued and happy" within an inclusive culture. The inspection judges the school as "Good" across all categories, noting a "broad" curriculum and effective leadership that prioritises pupil well-being and reading.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate strong "behaviour and attitudes," adhering to a clear code of conduct in a "calm and orderly" environment.
- The school "prioritises reading," with younger pupils becoming "speedy readers" through closely matched books and older pupils developing a "love and appreciation of reading."
- Staff provide effective support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), ensuring they "access the same learning as their peers."
- The "forest school provision" helps pupils "manage risk" and become "more resilient" while bringing the curriculum to life.
- Leaders consider staff "workload and well-being," and governors show a "firm commitment" to the school’s development.
Areas to improve
- Teachers must "teach subject-specific vocabulary with more precision," as pupils currently do not use this terminology accurately, particularly in writing.
- The school must ensure activities cater for pupils "who are capable of learning more," as some current tasks limit the "depth of learning" for higher-attaining students.
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 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 61% |
| 2024/25 | 44% |
| 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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