Christ the King Catholic Voluntary Academy
93%
Capacity
223
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Christ the King Catholic Voluntary Academy
Christ the King Catholic Voluntary Academy is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Amber Valley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 223 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 240 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Christ the King Catholic Voluntary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Megan Watts, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 87% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 514th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 43 in Amber Valley.
Christ the King Catholic Voluntary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 42 applications for 26 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 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 Christ the King Catholic Voluntary Academy include Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Library, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Swimming, Gymnastics, Netball, as well as clubs including Choir, Coding, Film Club, Drama and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Amber Valley, Christ the King Catholic Voluntary Academy 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 | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Firs Avenue, Alfreton, Amber Valley, DE55 7EN |
| Headteacher | Megan Watts |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 223 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.2% |
| School Capacity | 223 / 240 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jan 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (87%)
514th of 13,686
Nationally
47th of 1,353
In East Midlands
2nd of 43
In Amber Valley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
87%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
79%
'23/24
87%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
42
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (62% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Christ the King Catholic Voluntary Academy
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Contact Information
Firs Avenue, Alfreton
Amber Valley, DE55 7EN
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