Loscoe CofE Primary School and Nursery
Heanor, DE75 7RT · Derbyshire · primary school
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199th 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 — 1.4/10 against 2,762 of them, against 1.8/10 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 | 52.0 · 22 | 40% | 0.88 |
| 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.
Loscoe CofE Primary School and Nursery overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 52.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0%, against a national median of 7%. Its results are much the same when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so the gap is not explained by intake (1.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.8 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in the Take One Picture arts project and gallery visits. The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 201 pupils against a stated capacity of 226. 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 not reaching the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Loscoe CofE Primary School and Nursery
Overview
Loscoe CofE Primary School and Nursery continues to be a good school, offering a welcoming environment where pupils are happy and feel safe. Leaders have established a broad and ambitious curriculum, fostering a nurturing culture where teamwork is central and pupils achieve well. The inspection confirms that the school maintains high standards, with staff receiving strong support and governors actively monitoring priorities for development.
Strengths
- Pupils are proud of their school, enjoying learning and playing with friends in a setting where bullying is rare and kindness is encouraged.
- Leaders have developed a well-ordered curriculum with clear expectations for knowledge from the early years to Year 6.
- Pupils learn to read well, with effective phonics teaching and timely support for those falling behind, fostering a love of reading.
- Staff feel well supported, with appropriate mentoring for early career teachers and careful consideration of workload.
- Pupils experience a rich programme of personal development, including diverse experiences, clubs, and roles of responsibility.
Areas to improve
- Assessment strategies in some subjects are at an earlier stage of development; leaders should ensure these are used well to check pupils’ secure knowledge and appropriate starting points.
- Some pupils lack a fully developed understanding of different faiths and cultures; leaders should ensure pupils develop a deeper understanding to prepare them for life in modern Britain.
- Leaders should ensure that individual targets for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are precise to allow them to achieve as well as they could.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a strong culture, regular staff training, and robust procedures for recruitment and managing concerns.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 52% |
| 2023/24 | 43% |
| 2024/25 | 52% |
| 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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