Arboretum Primary School
107%
Capacity
624
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Arboretum Primary School
Arboretum Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Derby community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 624 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (107% of 585 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Arboretum Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Phillips, it falls under Derby local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 41% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12325th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 49th out of 58 in Derby.
Arboretum Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 170 applications for 75 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 70 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Arboretum Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Gymnastics, Rounders, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Art Club, Drama, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 62.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Derby, Arboretum 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.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Corden Street, Derby, Derby, DE23 8GP |
| Headteacher | Helen Phillips |
| Local Authority | Derby |
| Number of Pupils | 624 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 62.6% |
| School Capacity | 624 / 585 (107% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (41%)
12325th of 13,686
Nationally
1202nd of 1,353
In East Midlands
49th of 58
In Derby
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
41%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
38%
'23/24
41%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed75
170
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
70 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Corden Street, Derby
Derby, DE23 8GP
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