Meadow Farm Community Primary School

A good community school school in Derby. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Meadow Farm Community Primary School.

Derby, DE216TZ Ofsted: Good Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

52

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
46.8
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 55.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
44.8
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 5.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
18 October 2023
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Foyle Avenue
Chaddesden
Derby, DE216TZ
Phone
1332662631
Website
meadowfarmschool.co.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
112752
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Address
Foyle Avenue, Chaddesden, Derby, DE21 6TZ
Website
http://www.meadowfarmschool.co.uk
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Capacity
284 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
164
Free School Meals
55.5% (91 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
3.0% (5 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
94.6%
Good
Persistent Absence
17.6%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
55.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
5.0%
Reading Score:
103.0
Maths Score:
105.0
Grammar Score:
104.0

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 105.0 103.0
2023 102.0 100.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
9 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
18
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
164 pupils
3-11

Performance Trend

Improving trend (+3.0 per year)

Up 3.0% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

We are confident learners We are caring We are accomplished We collaborate We are ready to learn We are respectful We are proud of our achievements We care about our wellbeing We are resilient Confident, Caring and Accomplished Learners

Head Teacher's Message

Headteacher Mrs S Eyre welcomes families to Meadow Farm, describing the school as a vibrant, friendly place where every child is valued, safe, happy and encouraged to achieve their best, with a culture built on care, respect and high expectations.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Breakfast Club

Curriculum Highlights

ASPIRE values weave through everything we do—It is our golden thread. Objectives are sequenced to build on and extend knowledge and develop a range of skills. Heavy focus on educating our character and active learning. Off-site visits to develop cultural capital and enrich learning opportunities. Meaningful links across learning themes and regular community experiences. ASPIRE values form the basis of the curriculum planning toolboxes.

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes

Admissions Criteria

Meadow Farm uses Derby City Council admissions. There is catchment area priority and a SEN/EHCP process different from the standard route. Applications are online (with a telephone option at 01332 642730) and paper applications available. For Reception 2026, applications could be made from 10 November 2025 with a closing online date of 15 January 2026; waiting lists are maintained until 31 July 2026. Most schools in Derby city have catchment area criteria and the school notes that this impacts admission offers.

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