Heath Fields Primary School
Derby, DE65 5EQ · Derbyshire · primary school
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208th 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 — 0.7/10 against 2,979 of them, against 1.1/10 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 | 44.0 · 12 | 40% | 0.47 |
| 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.
Heath Fields 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%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, 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 (0.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.1 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023.
Getting in
The published school roll is 185 pupils against a stated capacity of 280. 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 specific strategies are used to raise attainment in writing? How does the school monitor progress for pupils in the lower 44% of the cohort?
What Ofsted said about Heath Fields Primary School
Overview
Heath Fields Primary School is described as an inclusive environment where pupils are "happy and confident" and feel safe. Leaders maintain high expectations, resulting in a "positive and welcoming" atmosphere where students behave well and uphold the school’s values. The school is well-led, with staff feeling supported and governors sharing a clear ambition for improvement.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "well-designed and well-sequenced" in most subjects, ensuring it is "broad and balanced" and ambitious for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Reading provision is strong, with a "well-organised and skilfully taught phonics programme" where staff quickly identify and support pupils falling behind.
- Personal development is comprehensive, featuring an effective personal, social and health education programme and opportunities for pupils to develop independence through residential trips.
- Staff are supportive of one another, with leaders taking effective steps to make workloads manageable, leading to staff who are "proud to work at Heath Fields".
Areas to improve
- In a small number of subjects, including the early years, some staff lack "essential subject-specific knowledge," leading to inconsistencies in curriculum implementation and activities that "lack clarity and purpose."
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective," with leaders maintaining detailed records, working well with external agencies, and ensuring rigorous pre-employment checks.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 45% |
| 2023/24 | 34% |
| 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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