A good academy converter school in Derby. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for St James' Church of England Aided Junior School.
Overall school rating
/ 100
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Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.
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Official government statistics
| Year | Mat Average | Read Average |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 105.0 | 104.0 |
| 2023 | 103.0 | 102.0 |
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Derived insights and analysis
Improving trend (+2.0 per year)
Up 2.0% over 3 years
Information extracted from the school's own website
"Every Child has Every Chance, Every Day."
St James' Junior School is a Church of England school with a visible Christian ethos; the Christian distinctiveness is evident in Bible verses displayed throughout the school, reflection areas, and in school life. The school’s vision 'Every Child, Every Chance, Every Day' was created around Proverbs 22:6 and the values are rooted in biblical teachings.
Welcome message from Head of School Mr. Walls describing the school community, Christian ethos, and the motto 'Every Child has Every Chance, Every Day'.
SEND information is available; contact our SENDCO for details.
Church application forms are available from the school office or can be downloaded below. A policy for admissions for 2027/28 is being consulted. Appeals forms are available. See Admissions policy in Policies.