Osmaston CofE (VC) Primary School
Ashbourne, DE6 1LW · Derbyshire · primary school
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17th 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 — 9.5/10 against 3,837 of them, against 9.5/10 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 | 90.0 · 98 | 40% | 3.90 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 19.0 · 90 | 25% | 2.26 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Osmaston CofE (VC) Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 90.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 19.0%, 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 (9.5 out of 10 either way). Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2024.
Getting in
The published school roll is 148 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 manage class sizes when operating significantly above its designated capacity? What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the higher standard in core subjects? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while managing an intake that exceeds its physical capacity?
What Ofsted said about Osmaston CofE (VC) Primary School
Overview
Osmaston CofE (VC) Primary School is judged as ‘Good’ overall, with ‘Outstanding’ ratings for behaviour and attitudes and personal development. The report describes the school as a “warm and welcoming place” where pupils are happy, feel safe, and value the “wealth of experiences” offered. Leaders provide an ambitious curriculum that supports high achievement and strong character development.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate “exemplary” behaviour, being “highly respectful” and considerate towards staff, peers, and visitors.
- Personal development is “exceptional,” with pupils engaging in leadership roles, debating global issues, and supporting the local community.
- Reading is prioritised effectively, with a “clear structure and sequence” ensuring pupils become “confident and fluent readers.”
- Staff show “genuine care” for pupils, knowing them well and ensuring all children, including those with SEND, experience a full curriculum.
- The school offers a rich range of activities, including specialist teachers, after-school clubs, and immersive trips that “capture pupils’ imagination.”
Areas to improve
- Some subject curriculums are not “as well sequenced as they could be,” hindering deep understanding; the school must refine plans and ensure staff receive relevant subject-based training.
- Targets for pupils with SEND are not always clear enough, meaning some do not receive the “precise adaptations and support” needed to access learning consistently well.
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 | 72% |
| 2023/24 | 86% |
| 2024/25 | 90% |
| 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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