Firfield Primary School
Derby, DE72 3EG · Derbyshire · primary school
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93rd 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 — 5.6/10 against 3,831 of them, against 5.5/10 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 | 60.0 · 39 | 40% | 1.56 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 14.0 · 81 | 25% | 2.03 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Firfield Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 60.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. 14.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its position is much the same whether compared with all schools or only those whose pupils have similar backgrounds (5.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.5 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in 2023.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 413 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 Firfield Primary School
Overview
Firfield Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils are described as "polite, friendly, and hard working." Leaders maintain high expectations that help pupils make personal and academic progress, leaving them "confident, sociable and with good knowledge" by Year 6. The school fosters a positive environment where pupils feel safe and value the extensive range of clubs and leadership opportunities provided.
Strengths
- Pupils are "motivated to succeed" and show respect for peers and staff, with bullying reported to "rarely happen."
- Published outcomes for reading, writing, and mathematics are high, as pupils "remember the important knowledge leaders want them to learn."
- The early years curriculum is "well considered," ensuring children develop necessary skills and settle well into school routines.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are "well supported" and receive help to learn the same curriculum as their peers.
- Governors "fulfil their statutory duties well" and staff appreciate leaders’ consideration of workload.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure staff are "experts in the teaching of reading" and have the skills to support all pupils, particularly those who find reading difficult, to learn fluently.
- Leaders must ensure teachers assess pupils’ knowledge in some subjects to "identify and address gaps," as retention of previously taught knowledge is not always systematically checked.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a "strong" culture, robust record-keeping, and staff who are vigilant to potential risks.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 62% |
| 2023/24 | 65% |
| 2024/25 | 60% |
| 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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