Heath Primary School
Chesterfield, S44 5RH · Derbyshire · primary school
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150th 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 4.1/10 against 1,749 of them, against 3.4/10 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 | 49.0 · 17 | 40% | 0.69 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 9.0 · 61 | 25% | 1.53 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Heath Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 49.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 9.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (4.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
The school provides a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 364 pupils against a stated capacity of 241. 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 curriculum support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific activities take place during the after-school club?
What Ofsted said about Heath Primary School
Overview
Heath Primary School continues to be a good school, described as an inclusive and friendly environment where pupils thrive and feel safe. Leaders have created a nurturing ethos that prioritises well-being, with parents overwhelmingly positive about the care and encouragement provided. However, attendance rates remain too low, and curriculum planning in some subjects lacks the clarity found in core areas.
Strengths
- Pupils are happy, respectful, and behave very well, with bullying being rare and incidents dealt with quickly.
- Reading is a high priority; staff have high expertise in phonics, and pupils develop fluency and a love for stories from an early age.
- The mathematics curriculum logically builds learning over time, with teachers having strong subject knowledge and high expectations.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are supported effectively to learn alongside peers, often benefiting from tailored resources and nurture groups.
- Staff feel valued as part of the ‘Heath family’, and the governing body fulfils its statutory duties effectively.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must identify the precise key knowledge pupils need to learn in foundation subjects and when, to ensure consistent knowledge consolidation.
- A consistent approach to checking pupils’ learning in foundation subjects is required, as current checks are not as well developed as in core subjects.
- Leaders need to reduce the high rate of persistent absence, particularly among disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND, to ensure regular attendance.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, underpinned by a strong culture, regular staff training, and swift action on concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 39% |
| 2023/24 | 62% |
| 2024/25 | 49% |
| 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.
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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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