Walton Holymoorside Primary School
Chesterfield, S42 7DU · Derbyshire · primary school
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43rd 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 2,448 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.3/10 among them, against 7.8/10 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 | 82.0 · 90 | 40% | 3.62 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 8.0 · 57 | 25% | 1.43 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Walton Holymoorside Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 82.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 8.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in December 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.3 out of 10 among them, against 7.8 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join clubs including Minecraft coding, game design, nerf wars, and mini acrobats. Sports options cover judo, football, gymnastics, and karate, while arts activities include musical theatre and dance. Both a breakfast club and an after-school club are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 379 pupils against a stated capacity of 376. 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 manage class sizes when the roll exceeds capacity? What specific support is provided for pupils aiming to reach the higher standard in maths? How are the various sports and arts clubs scheduled to ensure broad participation?
What Ofsted said about Walton Holymoorside Primary School
Overview
Walton Holymoorside Primary School is described as a place where pupils are "very enthusiastic about their learning and are happy." The report highlights that "strong relationships permeate the school," with pupils modelling values such as respect and resilience. Leaders have made "significant progress in raising their expectations of pupils’ learning and behaviour" over the last two years.
Strengths
- Pupils are "respectful to adults and to each other" and "feel safe here," knowing they can talk to a trusted adult if worried.
- The school offers a "broad and interesting curriculum" with "careful thought" given to what pupils should learn and remember in each subject.
- Reading is a "top priority," with staff helping pupils to "master phonics quickly" and become "fluent readers."
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are identified "quickly" and receive support to learn the same curriculum as their peers.
- Parents speak highly of the school, describing it as a "lovely, thriving school, where the staff know the children well."
Areas to improve
- The school should ensure assessment is used effectively in all subjects to evaluate how well pupils are learning intended knowledge, as it is "not as well established" in a few areas.
- SEND support documents should be more specific to ensure pupils receive the "bespoke support needed to achieve as well as they might."
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 | 78% |
| 2023/24 | 81% |
| 2024/25 | 82% |
| 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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