Becket Primary School
92%
Capacity
241
Pupils
3.6x
Demand
About Becket Primary School
Becket 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 241 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 262 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Becket Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ashley Guest, it falls under Derby local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 47% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11366th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 42nd out of 58 in Derby.
Becket Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 109 applications for 30 places, making it 3.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe 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 Becket Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Library, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Gymnastics, Football, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Eco Club, Coding, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 61.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Derby, Becket 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Monk Street, Derby, Derby, DE22 3QB |
| Headteacher | Ashley Guest |
| Local Authority | Derby |
| Number of Pupils | 241 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 61.9% |
| School Capacity | 241 / 262 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11366th of 13,686
Nationally
1090th of 1,353
In East Midlands
42nd of 58
In Derby
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
47%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
33%
'23/24
47%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
109
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
38 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Monk Street, Derby
Derby, DE22 3QB
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