St George's CofE Primary School
Swadlincote, DE11 9NP · Derbyshire · primary school
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206th 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 — 1.3/10 against 2,170 of them, against 1.4/10 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 | 34.0 · 5 | 40% | 0.19 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St George's CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 34.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 3.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2025. 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 (1.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 1.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 198 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. 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 below the expected standard in literacy? What specific steps are taken to raise attainment in maths?
What Ofsted said about St George's CofE Primary School
Overview
This ungraded inspection confirms that St George's CofE Primary School has "taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection," where it was judged Good. The report describes a "welcoming school where pupils are happy and safe," noting that they "typically achieve well" within an "ambitious curriculum."
Strengths
- The curriculum is "sequenced well to build pupils’ understanding of important knowledge over time," with particular success in mathematics and reading.
- Staff use "secure subject knowledge" and effective strategies, such as visual aids in maths and "proficient phonics routines," to support learning.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) "achieve well" due to swift identification of needs and appropriate support.
- The school fosters a positive ethos where pupils "respect one another," understand the importance of friendships, and take on responsibilities like 'mini leaders' and eco-ambassadors.
- Safeguarding arrangements are "effective," and staff workload and well-being are considered.
Areas to improve
- Checks of pupils’ understanding lack rigour, meaning "some misconceptions are not addressed in a timely manner" and learning sometimes moves on before knowledge is secured.
- The school does not "pinpoint certain areas requiring solutions as swiftly as it could," particularly regarding pastoral care, which lacks "robust systems and processes" for review.
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 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 53% |
| 2024/25 | 34% |
| 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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