Woodthorpe CofE Primary School
Chesterfield, S43 3DA · Derbyshire · primary school
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46th 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 — 8.9/10 against 1,928 of them, against 7.7/10 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 | 72.0 · 71 | 40% | 2.83 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 17.0 · 87 | 25% | 2.18 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Woodthorpe CofE Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 72.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 17.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.9 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.7 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join Dance, Gardening, Cycling, Cookery, and Choir clubs. Trips include the Millennium Gallery in Sheffield, Sheffield Hallam University Art Department, Yorkshire Sculpture Park, and Yorkshire Wildlife Park. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 140 pupils against a stated capacity of 119. 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
What specific support is available for pupils who have not yet reached the expected standard? How are the arts trips integrated into the regular curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Woodthorpe CofE Primary School
Overview
Woodthorpe CofE Primary School continues to be a good school, described as an "inclusive and welcoming" environment where pupils feel safe and happy. Leaders maintain high expectations, fostering a culture where staff and pupils are passionate about learning and personal growth. The school provides a broad curriculum with a strong focus on reading and character development, though inconsistencies in some subject areas require attention.
Strengths
- Pupils enjoy attending the school, valuing the positive relationships with staff and the supportive, family-like atmosphere.
- Leaders have developed an "engaging and ambitious curriculum" with well-structured information in core subjects like mathematics and English.
- Reading is prioritised effectively, with high-quality phonics lessons and expert support ensuring pupils become "confident and fluent readers."
- Staff provide excellent support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), using clear pupil profiles to meet individual targets.
- The school offers a wide range of memorable experiences under the ‘Woodthorpe Promise’, preparing pupils well for life in modern Britain.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure teachers consistently implement the full curriculum across all subjects, particularly in topic-based areas where key knowledge is not always clearly identified.
- An appropriate assessment framework needs to be established in foundation subjects to detail progress steps, preventing mixed-age classes from working towards identical aims.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, supported by a strong culture, high-quality staff training, and accurate record-keeping that enables quick action when concerns arise.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 67% |
| 2023/24 | 45% |
| 2024/25 | 72% |
| 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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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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