St Giles Church of England Primary and Nursery School
Matlock, DE4 3DD · Derbyshire · primary school
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106th 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 6.1/10 against 2,056 of 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 | 40% | 2.93 |
| 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.
St Giles Church of England Primary and Nursery School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 73.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 0.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.1 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join a Lego Therapy club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 89 pupils against a stated capacity of 140. 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 do not reach the higher standard in maths? What specific activities take place during the after-school club? How does the Lego Therapy club operate within the timetable?
What Ofsted said about St Giles Church of England Primary and Nursery School
Overview
St Giles Church of England Primary School continues to be a good school, having settled following a period of instability. Strengthened leadership has developed an ambitious curriculum and driven improvements, creating a small and inclusive environment with a strong determination for all pupils to do well.
Strengths
- Pupils receive a "broad and engaging curriculum" with a clear sequence for teaching important knowledge, leading to improving achievement.
- Reading is a priority; a new phonics programme has brought "significant improvements," with pupils confidently using their knowledge when reading and spelling.
- Staff know pupils individually well, providing tailored support that enables pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities to "achieve well."
- The school emphasises regular attendance, which has improved through robust follow-up and support for families.
- Staff are supported by a local partnership of schools, making workloads more manageable and helping to develop subjects.
Areas to improve
- The school should refine curriculum plans to ensure pupils develop a "deeper understanding" of content, as some plans currently cover too much in too little time.
- Leaders must ensure pupils are consistently challenged and supported to maintain high behavioural expectations, addressing instances where poor behaviour is not remedied swiftly enough.
- The school should ensure all pupils develop an "age-appropriate understanding" of fundamental British values, as this is not yet fully developed.
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 | 55% |
| 2023/24 | 27% |
| 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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