West Park School
Derby, DE21 7BT · Derby · secondary school
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8th of 16 secondary schools in Derby we can score. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 4.5/10 against 856 of them, against 4.1/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.84 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 40.1 · 38 | 30% | 1.13 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | -0.09 · 43 | 25% | 1.08 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 45.3 · 46 | 10% | 0.46 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
West Park School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 51.5% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 48.7, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was -0.09 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did worse than those nationally who started from the same place. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.8 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2025.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Homework Club and Rock Band, or play basketball, football, hockey, and netball. An after-school club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,454 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,390. 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 to improve their Progress 8 scores? What specific support is available within the Homework Club for students needing extra help?
What Ofsted said about West Park School
Overview
West Park School has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. Pupils enjoy learning in a caring environment where they are polite, well-mannered, and feel safe. The school provides a broad curriculum and strong support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), resulting in good achievement and improving attendance.
Strengths
- Pupils achieve well at the end of key stage 4, including those with SEND, supported by teachers with secure subject knowledge who explain learning clearly.
- The school offers a wide variety of clubs and activities, such as chess, drama, and the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award scheme, fostering pupil interests.
- Behaviour is calm and orderly, with positive relationships between staff and pupils; most staff are fair and consistent in dealing with behaviour issues.
- Attendance is improving due to high expectations and effective support for pupils who need to improve their regularity.
- Staff are well-supported with workload and well-being, and trustees provide effective support and challenge to school leaders.
Areas to improve
- Checks on pupils’ understanding are not consistently well done in some subjects, meaning learning gaps or misconceptions are not always identified or addressed.
- The school has not ensured that all pupils develop their understanding of fundamental British values, leaving some less prepared for life in modern Britain.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 46.5 |
| 2024/25 | 48.7 |
| 2025/26 | 45.3 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 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
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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