Mickleover Primary School

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

Derby, DE30EY Ofsted: Good Age 4-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

63

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
62.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 73.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
56.2
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 10.0%
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
17 December 2013
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
9

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Vicarage Road
Mickleover
Derby, DE30EY
Phone
1332514052
Website
mickleover.derby.sch.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
112790
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Address
Vicarage Road, Mickleover, Derby, DE3 0EY
Website
www.mickleover.derby.sch.uk
Age range
4-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Capacity
420 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
420
Free School Meals
13.8% (58 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
1.7% (7 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
95.7%
Excellent
Persistent Absence
7.6%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
73.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
10.0%
Reading Score:
107.0
Maths Score:
107.0
Grammar Score:
108.0

Key Performance Indicators

Reading, Writing & Maths (Expected):
73.0 (+14.2 vs average)
Low Persistent Absence:
7.6 (9.9 below average)
Low Absence Rate:
4.3 (2.3 below average)

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 107.0 107.0
2023 108.0 107.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
26 pupils
Good
Pupils per Year Group
52
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
420 pupils
4-11

Performance Trend

Declining trend (-0.5 per year)

Down -0.5% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Motivated to learn Proud of their achievements Successful and skilled for life

Head Teacher's Message

Headteacher Sean Welsh welcomes families and describes Mickleover Primary as a caring, opportunity-rich community where every child is known, valued and encouraged to reach their potential. The message emphasises the importance of children's voice and needs, and aims for pupils to leave motivated, proud and successful with confidence, curiosity and life skills. Strong partnerships with parents and the community are highlighted, with invitations to arrange visits.

Facilities

Trim Trail with artificial grass matting Library (furnished)

Curriculum Highlights

Strong focus on well-being (mental, emotional, and physical) implemented in the curriculum Nurturing environment where children develop confidence, self-awareness and positive relationships Focus on personal development, growth mindset, and emotional intelligence Encouraging a healthy and active lifestyle through physical education, outdoor learning, and mindfulness A wide range of extracurricular activities, clubs and leadership opportunities Inspiring educational visits, workshops, and real-world experiences Knowledge Organisers and unit overviews used to structure and revisit learning

Wraparound Care

After-School Care: Yes

SEND Provision

Mickleover Primary School provides a local SEND offer; SEND Information Reports are available for December 2022 and January 2024; SEND Local Offer. Safeguarding contacts and designated staff are listed in the school’s safeguarding information.

Admissions Criteria

Admissions are handled by Derby City Council. Reception admissions are for children turning 5 by 31 August in the next school year; the school has an admissions limit of 60 in Reception; there is a January cut-off date for applications; short tours are available in late September, October and November; to arrange a visit call the school office on 01332 514052; further details and applications are managed by Derby City Council (01332 642729).

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