Repton Primary School
Derby, DE65 6GN · Derbyshire · primary school
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109th 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 4,158 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.4/10 among them, against 4.9/10 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 | 73.0 · 73 | 62% | 4.51 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 0.0 · 10 | 38% | 0.40 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Repton Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 73.0% 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% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.4 out of 10 among them, against 4.9 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Book Club, Music Club, Life skills, and play football. The school offers 1:1 music teaching and organises trips to Twycross Zoo. A breakfast club is available for those who need it.
Getting in
The published school roll is 231 pupils against a stated capacity of 230. 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 roll exceeding capacity by 1, how does the school manage class sizes for new entrants? How does the 1:1 music teaching schedule fit around other core subjects? What support is available for pupils who do not reach the expected standard in maths?
What Ofsted said about Repton Primary School
Overview
Repton Primary School is described as a welcoming village school where pupils achieve well and feel valued, safe, and secure. The report highlights an "exceptional early years provision" and a curriculum that is "ambitious and well sequenced," fostering a strong ethos of respect, pride, and success.
Strengths
- Reception staff provide a "nurturing and stimulating environment," using "high-quality talk" to consolidate children’s understanding.
- Phonics teaching is effective, with reading books matched to letter sounds and swift support for those falling behind.
- Pupils benefit from a "plethora of high-quality enrichment opportunities," including musical performances, sporting clubs, and residential stays.
- Staff demonstrate "good subject knowledge" and challenge pupils to "think deeply" through clear modelling and questioning.
- Personal development is a strength, with pupils showing respect for difference and engaging in leadership roles like the eco council.
Areas to improve
- In a small number of foundation subjects, pupils do not remember key curriculum content securely because teachers do not revisit prior learning effectively.
- Writing tasks are occasionally too demanding for some pupils, preventing them from mastering basic spelling, handwriting, and sentence formation.
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 | 61% |
| 2023/24 | 45% |
| 2024/25 | 73% |
| 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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