Longford CofE Primary School
Ashbourne, DE6 3DR · Derbyshire · primary school
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70th 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 the 3,353 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.0/10 among them, against 6.5/10 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 | 100.0 · 100 | 40% | 3.99 |
| 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.
Longford CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 100.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. However, 0.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.0 out of 10 among them, against 6.5 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 70 pupils against a stated capacity of 70. 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
With the school at full capacity, how does the admissions process handle applications for the next academic year? Since the higher standard attainment is 0.0%, what specific support is provided to pupils aiming for greater depth? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while managing a full intake?
What Ofsted said about Longford CofE Primary School
Overview
Longford CofE Primary School continues to be a good school, characterised by a "welcoming, friendly and inclusive ethos" where pupils are "proud of their school." The inspection highlights strong leadership, high staff morale, and a curriculum that is generally "broad and ambitious," fostering a sense of community described by parents as feeling "like a true community."
Strengths
- Pupils behave well, with bullying "not a feature" of the school, and they embrace values such as "resilience, cooperation, kindness, respect and empathy."
- Reading promotion is strong, with a "well-considered approach to ‘guided reading’" helping pupils deepen vocabulary and inference skills.
- Staff use "strong subject knowledge" to plan purposeful activities, quickly identifying and remediing misconceptions while ensuring pupils with special educational needs access the same curriculum.
- Leaders prioritise personal development, ensuring pupils understand positive relationships, health, and the importance of treating people "fairly and with respect."
- Governance is strong, with the trust providing appropriate support and challenge, contributing to high staff morale and well-being.
Areas to improve
- In a small number of subjects, the specific knowledge leaders intend pupils to learn is "not always explicitly clear," which may limit achievement; leaders should ensure the curriculum clearly identifies key knowledge across all subjects.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a "strong culture of care and vigilance" ensuring pupils feel safe and know how to access help.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 50% |
| 2023/24 | 100% |
| 2024/25 | 100% |
| 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
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
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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