Ambergate Primary School

About Ambergate Primary School

Ambergate Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Amber Valley community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 85 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 86 places).

Ofsted has rated Ambergate Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Carly Howell, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4587th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 43 in Amber Valley.

Ambergate Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 17 applications for 8 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 8 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Ambergate Primary School include Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Library, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Amber Valley, Ambergate Primary School is one of the options available in the East Midlands region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.

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