Hayfield Primary School
High Peak, SK22 2HB · Derbyshire · primary school
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104th 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 — 5.0/10 against 3,537 of them, against 5.0/10 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 | 56.0 · 30 | 41% | 1.22 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 33% | 1.72 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 15.0 · 84 | 26% | 2.15 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Hayfield Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 56.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. A higher 15.0% 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 (5.0 out of 10 either way). Ofsted rated the school Good in 2022.
Getting in
The published school roll is 178 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 literacy? What specific activities are available for pupils to join after the main school day? How has the teaching approach changed since the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Hayfield Primary School
Overview
Hayfield Primary School continues to be a good school, described as a happy environment where pupils feel proud and safe. Staff are caring and nurturing, setting a positive example while maintaining high expectations for every pupil. The education provided remains good, with a strong focus on reading, mathematics, and a well-planned curriculum that supports pupils’ knowledge and well-being.
Strengths
- Pupils are well behaved, feel very safe, and benefit from a supportive ‘snakes and ladders’ system that encourages good choices.
- Skilled staff teach reading effectively from Reception, using ‘phoneme fingers’ to help children become confident, accurate readers quickly.
- Mathematics is taught effectively, ensuring pupils develop quick recall of facts and can calculate with speed and accuracy.
- The curriculum is well planned, with subject leaders ensuring knowledge builds over time and pupils learn new vocabulary across subjects.
- Leaders have a highly positive professional relationship with staff, who feel supported and considerate of their workload.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure that all subjects, particularly those like art and design technology not yet fully embedded due to pandemic adjustments, are monitored effectively to provide assurance of long-term impact.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff clear on reporting procedures and leaders ensuring pupils at risk receive appropriate support.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 58% |
| 2023/24 | 61% |
| 2024/25 | 56% |
| 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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