St Giles CofE Primary School
, S21 1DU · Derbyshire · primary school
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219th 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 — 3.6/10 against 2,240 of them, against 3.1/10 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 | 54.0 · 26 | 40% | 1.03 |
| Ofsted | 10 | 35% | 0.34 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 5.0 · 40 | 25% | 1.00 |
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 CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 54.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 5.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (3.6 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.1 out of 10 against all schools). The school was inspected in May 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join clubs including 3D Pens, Art - Masks, Padded Sword Marital Arts, Construction Club, Mini Artists, and Cooking Sensation. Sports offered include Tennis, Football, Netball, and Athletics, while arts and music activities cover Choir, Dance, Film Production, and Hip-Hop. Both a breakfast club and an after-school club are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 310 pupils against a stated capacity of 363. 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 maths? What specific areas did the May 2026 inspection highlight for improvement?
What Ofsted said about St Giles CofE Primary School
Overview
St Giles CofE Primary School is described as a "welcoming and nurturing" environment where pupils are "happy and safe." The report states that the school is fulfilling the "expected standard" of education, with leaders demonstrating a "clear rationale for improvement priorities" that are positively impacting pupil outcomes.
Strengths
- Pupils "achieve well," with effective action taken to raise attainment in phonics, writing, and mathematics.
- Behaviour is "typically positive," creating a "calm, purposeful and respectful" atmosphere where bullying is rare.
- Attendance has improved and is "close to the national average," with leaders acting quickly to support families.
- Inclusion is "at the heart of all leaders do," ensuring disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND receive "timely and helpful support."
- Staff and governors are "proud to work at the school," with staff feeling their "workload and wellbeing is well considered."
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure classroom practice "more consistently meets the needs of different learners" in mixed-age classes.
- Assessment arrangements in the wider curriculum need strengthening to help teachers "check pupils’ understanding" and address knowledge gaps.
- Teaching of the personal development programme should enable pupils to develop a "deeper understanding of a range of faiths and religions."
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" ensuring pupils are made safer and feel safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 47% |
| 2023/24 | 64% |
| 2024/25 | 54% |
| 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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