Ironville and Codnor Park Primary School
Ironville, NG16 5NB · Derbyshire · primary school
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137th 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 — 6.6/10 against 153 of them, against 3.8/10 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 | 54.0 · 26 | 40% | 1.04 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.81 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 8.0 · 57 | 25% | 1.43 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Ironville and Codnor Park Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 54.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 8.0% achieved this, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2022. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.8 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Forest Schools, Glee, Board Games, Tag Rugby, and Dodgeball clubs, with an after-school club also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 126 pupils against a stated capacity of 158. 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 to bridge the gap between the 54.0% expected standard and the national median? What specific strategies are used to maintain the higher standard achievement rate? How does the after-school club integrate with the Forest Schools and Glee activities?
What Ofsted said about Ironville and Codnor Park Primary School
Overview
Ironville and Codnor Park Primary School is a place where pupils enjoy attending and feel safe, supported by a strong sense of community. Leaders are passionate about preparing children for life, fostering self-belief and high expectations for behaviour from an early age. The school provides a good education with effective teaching, particularly in reading, and ensures that pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities achieve well alongside their peers.
Strengths
- Pupils behave well, describing bullying as ‘very rare’ and appreciating the school’s RESPECT system.
- High-quality phonics teaching helps pupils read well, with staff providing immediate support to catch up if needed.
- Leaders create an ‘exceptional’ staff community where employees feel motivated, respected, and proud of their work.
- The personal development programme equips pupils with knowledge to make well-informed decisions and understand diversity.
- Early years staff help children settle in, feel safe, and develop essential communication and social skills.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, pupils do not yet gain the disciplinary knowledge they need, limiting the depth of their understanding.
- Leaders should ensure planned curriculum enhancements are implemented and check that they help pupils deepen their knowledge.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff receiving regular training and leaders taking determined action to protect every pupil.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 47% |
| 2023/24 | 47% |
| 2024/25 | 54% |
| 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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