Ravensdale Junior School

A good academy converter school in Derby. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Ravensdale Junior School.

Derby, DE39EY Ofsted: Good Age 7-11 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
49.3
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 58.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
42.5
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 4.0%
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
13 September 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
Devonshire Drive
Mickleover
Derby, DE39EY
Phone
1332512373
Website
ravensdalej.derby.sch.uk

Location

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Source: Geocoding
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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
147399
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Devonshire Drive, Mickleover, Derby, DE3 9EY
Website
www.ravensdalej.derby.sch.uk
Age range
7-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
TRANSFORM TRUST
Capacity
360 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
352
Free School Meals
30.7% (108 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
2.3% (8 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
93.7%
Good
Persistent Absence
18.7%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
58.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
4.0%
Reading Score:
103.0
Maths Score:
104.0
Grammar Score:
104.0

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 104.0 103.0
2023 104.0 103.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
23 pupils
Very Good
Pupils per Year Group
70
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
352 pupils
7-11

Performance Trend

Stable performance

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"In a world where you can be anything-be Kind."

Knowledgeable Inclusive Never Give Up Daring

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome message from Head of School, Mrs A Badwal, highlighting Ravensdale as a three-form entry junior school, its K.I.N.D. values, and a commitment to creating a valued, safe, and ambitious learning community.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Sports teams Maths clubs Art workshops Creative groups

Sports

Sports teams

Facilities

All weather playgrounds A sports field Developing Forest School

Curriculum Highlights

Knowledge-based curriculum with careful sequencing Conceptual framework: Transform Applied framework Architecture of Environment (People & Relationships; Physical Environment) Science of Design (Learning Knowledge; Subject Knowledge; People Knowledge) Philosophy of Development (Professional Identity; Professional Behaviours; Professional Confidence) Art of Delivery (Increased Knowledge; Increased Learner Knowledge) Use of technology to promote curiosity, creativity and engagement Inclusion and belonging; ensuring representation in the curriculum

Admissions Criteria

Ravensdale Junior School has a planned admissions number (PAN) of 360 places, allocated by Derby City Council. The application window for 2025/26 opened 4 November 2024 and closed 15 January 2025. The Local Authority acts as the admissions clearing house, and the single offer will be the highest ranked preference. For 2025/26, Transform Trust has varied the Admissions Arrangements as published. Additional information about applying for a Junior School place is available through Derby City Council.

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