Sale and Davys Church of England Primary School
Derby, DE73 7HA · Derbyshire · primary school
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239th 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 4,265 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.0/10 among them, against 2.1/10 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 | 55.0 · 27 | 62% | 1.69 |
| 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.
Sale and Davys Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 55.0% 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 1.0 out of 10 among them, against 2.1 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Choir, Art Club, Chess Club, or iVengers. Sports include football, dance, netball, tri-sports, swimming, and cycling, alongside guitar lessons. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 107 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
What specific support is provided for pupils who have not reached the expected standard in core subjects? How are the various clubs and sports scheduled to ensure all pupils can participate?
What Ofsted said about Sale and Davys Church of England Primary School
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils are helped to ‘grow, believe and succeed’, achieving highly across the curriculum. Leaders and staff work harmoniously to create a ‘happy family’ environment, with pupils demonstrating high confidence and strong manners. The provision for personal development is ‘exemplary’, ensuring pupils are well prepared for life in modern Britain.
Strengths
- Pupils are ‘well mannered’, ‘respectful’, and ‘inclusive’, extending a ‘warm welcome to everyone’.
- The curriculum is ‘well-organised’ in the majority of subjects, with content taught in a ‘logical order’ that prepares pupils for future learning.
- Reading is prioritised, with a clear phonics programme that ensures pupils who fall behind are ‘identified quickly’ and supported to catch up.
- The early years provision offers a ‘calm and nurturing environment’ with a ‘meticulously planned’ curriculum.
- Personal development is ‘exemplary’, with pupils developing a ‘detailed understanding of fundamental British values’ and protected characteristics.
Areas to improve
- In a ‘small number of subjects’, the curriculum does not clearly identify key knowledge, resulting in less secure pupil recall.
- The reading curriculum beyond phonics ‘lacks clarity’ regarding what pupils need to achieve and by when, affecting how well some build knowledge over time.
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 | 71% |
| 2023/24 | 88% |
| 2024/25 | 55% |
| 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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