Whitfield St James' CofE (VC) Primary School
Glossop, SK13 8EF · Derbyshire · primary school
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155th 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 — 3.8/10 against 2,170 of 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 | 58.0 · 35 | 40% | 1.39 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 3.0 · 29 | 25% | 0.73 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Whitfield St James' CofE (VC) Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 58.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 3.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in September 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (3.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 3.3 out of 10 against all schools).
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 311 pupils against a stated capacity of 360. 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 national median in literacy and numeracy? What specific activities are available in the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating in daily practice?
What Ofsted said about Whitfield St James' CofE (VC) Primary School
Overview
Whitfield St James’ CofE (VC) Primary School is rated ‘Good’ for overall effectiveness, having improved since its previous inspection. The report describes a school where pupils are ‘happy and feel safe’, benefiting from a ‘strong moral purpose’ and high behavioural expectations. Leaders have established a nurturing environment that fosters resilience and self-confidence, with parents overwhelmingly valuing the care provided.
Strengths
- The curriculum in core subjects like mathematics, science, and history is ‘particularly well developed’, enabling pupils to build fluency and investigation skills.
- Reading is a priority; staff teach phonics ‘consistently well’, helping pupils become ‘fluent readers’ who enjoy a variety of texts.
- Provision for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is ‘very effective’, with teachers adapting lessons to ensure access to learning.
- Early years provision is strong, with children getting off to a ‘great start’ through rich opportunities in literacy, mathematics, and communication.
- Safeguarding arrangements are ‘effective’, with staff receiving regular training and working closely with external agencies to keep pupils safe.
Areas to improve
- Some foundation subjects, such as design and technology and computing, are ‘not as ambitious as they could be’, and pupils are not consistently challenged in these areas.
- Leaders have not established ‘secure approaches to assessment in all foundation subjects’, meaning teachers do not fully check pupils’ learning in every area.
Safeguarding
The report states that ‘The arrangements for safeguarding are effective’, noting that leaders and staff understand their responsibilities and take appropriate steps when concerns arise.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 54% |
| 2023/24 | 64% |
| 2024/25 | 58% |
| 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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