Kirk Langley CofE Primary School
Ashbourne, DE6 4LQ · Derbyshire · primary school
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11th 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 — 9.9/10 against 4,223 of them, against 9.8/10 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 | 89.0 · 97 | 40% | 3.88 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 33.0 · 99 | 25% | 2.47 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Kirk Langley CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 89.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 33.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (9.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.8 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in April 2024.
Getting in
The published school roll is 91 pupils against a stated capacity of 105. 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 do not reach the expected standard in maths? What does a typical day look like for a child in Year 6? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2024 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Kirk Langley CofE Primary School
Overview
Kirk Langley C of E Primary School continues to be a good school, characterised by a small, caring community where adults know pupils well. Pupils are proud to attend, behave exceptionally well, and are described as curious and eager to learn within a supportive environment.
Strengths
- Pupils exhibit "exceptional" behaviour, being "polite and respectful" to one another, which ensures joyful playtimes and rarely disrupted lessons.
- The teaching of early reading and phonics is a "particular strength," with teachers ensuring "no pupils fall behind" and matching books to known letter sounds.
- The core subjects of mathematics and English are "planned and taught well," with teachers delivering information clearly and checking for understanding.
- Pupils take pride in leadership roles and feel their views are listened to, contributing positively to school life and charity fundraising.
- Staff are described as a "hardworking, committed ‘team’" with manageable workloads, while governors show "great commitment" to ensuring resources are well spent.
Areas to improve
- In some foundation subjects, the exact knowledge pupils need to know has not been "precisely identified," meaning their knowledge is not secure.
- Systems for identifying pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are "not precise enough," resulting in some pupils not receiving required support.
Safeguarding
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 | 87% |
| 2023/24 | 87% |
| 2024/25 | 89% |
| 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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