Walton On Trent CofE Primary and Nursery School
Swadlincote, DE12 8NL · Derbyshire · primary school
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151st 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 4,089 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.3/10 among them, against 3.3/10 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 | 42.0 · 10 | 40% | 0.38 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 11.0 · 71 | 25% | 1.77 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Walton On Trent CofE Primary and Nursery School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 42.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The school achieved a higher standard for 11.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in November 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.3 out of 10 among them, against 3.3 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club for wraparound care.
Getting in
The published school roll is 137 pupils against a stated capacity of 148. 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 core subjects? What specific activities take place during the breakfast and after-school clubs? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating in daily practice?
What Ofsted said about Walton On Trent CofE Primary and Nursery School
Overview
Pupils thrive in this small school with a “caring, inclusive ethos,” where staff are described as “kind and supportive.” The report highlights a strong pastoral system and effective safeguarding, noting that pupils express confidence in the care provided to keep them safe. While the curriculum is being revised to help pupils “achieve their full potential,” implementation is still developing, leading to variable outcomes in learning progress.
Strengths
- A “wide range of activities” promotes physical and mental well-being, including swimming, Bikeability, and first-aid training.
- The “system of pastoral support is a strength,” with trained adults providing care and “worry boxes” for concerns.
- Early years provision is strong, with a “well-planned curriculum” that prioritises language development and prepares children for next steps.
- Reading is a “high priority,” with early phonics and matched books ensuring pupils receive support for as long as needed.
- Staff value the training and workload support provided by the school and the multi-academy trust.
Areas to improve
- The school should ensure the revised curriculum is “securely embedded and implemented across all subjects” so pupils consistently recall and apply knowledge.
- The school must improve pupils’ understanding of “a range of faiths other than Christianity” and “fundamental British values” to better prepare them for modern Britain.
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 | 50% |
| 2023/24 | 63% |
| 2024/25 | 42% |
| 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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