St Oswald's CofE Primary School
Ashbourne, DE6 1AS · Derbyshire · primary school
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98th 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 — 6.0/10 against 3,014 of them, against 5.4/10 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 | 68.0 · 60 | 40% | 2.40 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 6.0 · 45 | 25% | 1.12 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
St Oswald's CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 68.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 6.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join a gardening club and participate in football, netball, rugby, rounders, hockey, gymnastics, swimming, and cross-country.
Getting in
The published school roll is 204 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 close to the higher standard in maths? What does the daily timetable look like for the various sports offered? How does the school manage the transition for Year 6 pupils?
What Ofsted said about St Oswald's CofE Primary School
Overview
St Oswald’s CofE Primary School continues to be a good school, described by the community as an “inclusive, happy school” where “it’s like a family.” The inspection confirms that pupils thrive in a calm environment underpinned by strong routines and high expectations rooted in the school’s values.
Strengths
- Pupils’ behaviour is “exceptional,” creating a “focused and purposeful environment” where they trust staff and enjoy social interactions.
- The school has designed an “ambitious and inclusive curriculum” with clear progression, resulting in “high-quality work” in most subjects.
- Provision for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is a “strength,” with accurate identification of needs and effective support.
- Early reading and phonics teaching is “effective,” with skilled staff ensuring children read from books that match the sounds they are learning.
- Staff are “well supported” by leaders and value professional development, contributing to a culture of commitment and pride.
Areas to improve
- The curriculum is new in a small number of subjects, leading to some “gaps in their learning”; the school must ensure consistent implementation to prevent further gaps.
- Teachers’ questioning is “not consistently as effective as it could be,” missing opportunities for pupils to discuss and secure learning; the school should continue developing its approach to oracy.
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 | 44% |
| 2023/24 | 61% |
| 2024/25 | 68% |
| 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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