Herbert Strutt Primary School
Belper, DE56 1SH · Derbyshire · primary school
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95th 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 — 6.9/10 against 1,390 of them, against 5.6/10 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 | 71.0 · 68 | 40% | 2.73 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 25% | 0.88 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Herbert Strutt Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 71.0% 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 4.0% against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.6 out of 10 against all schools).
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 maths? What specific clubs or trips are available for Year 6 students?
What Ofsted said about Herbert Strutt Primary School
Overview
Herbert Strutt Primary School is described as a "happy place with a strong sense of community" where pupils enjoy positive relationships and display "mature and tolerant attitudes." The inspection confirms that the school continues to be good, highlighting an ambitious curriculum and effective support for reading and mathematics, though some areas require refinement.
Strengths
- The school fosters a "calm and orderly" environment with "well-established routines" that support good behaviour and high expectations.
- Staff provide effective support for reading, ensuring pupils practise with books "well matched to their stage of reading" and gain the knowledge needed to access the curriculum.
- Mathematics teaching is praised for clearly identifying knowledge, explaining concepts clearly, and routinely checking learning to "address misconceptions quickly."
- Pupils take on meaningful responsibilities, such as acting as ‘mini leaders’ and ‘i-vengers’, contributing to a culture where "everybody feels welcome."
- The curriculum for foundation subjects is often linked to high-quality English texts, helping pupils develop reading and writing skills alongside subject knowledge.
Areas to improve
- In some foundation subjects, the curriculum does not sufficiently identify subject-specific knowledge or how pupils will build it over time, leading to insecure retention.
- There is a limited range of extra-curricular activities, meaning pupils have fewer opportunities to develop wider talents and interests beyond the academic curriculum.
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 | 45% |
| 2023/24 | 61% |
| 2024/25 | 71% |
| 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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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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