Asterdale Primary School

About Asterdale Primary School

Asterdale Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Derby community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 225 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (107% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Asterdale Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher John O'Leary, it falls under Derby local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10285th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 35th out of 58 in Derby.

Asterdale Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 48 applications for 27 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Asterdale Primary School include Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Athletics, Dance, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Film Club, Coding, Art Club.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.9%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Derby, Asterdale 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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