Codnor Community Primary School Church of England Controlled
92%
Capacity
243
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Codnor Community Primary School Church of England Controlled
Codnor Community Primary School Church of England Controlled is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Amber Valley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 243 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 263 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Codnor Community Primary School Church of England Controlled "Good", the school is led by headteacher James Blake, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6437th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 43 in Amber Valley.
Codnor Community Primary School Church of England Controlled is a popular choice with families — it received 72 applications for 40 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 40 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Codnor Community Primary School Church of England Controlled include Library, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Netball, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Art Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.6%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Amber Valley, Codnor Community Primary School Church of England Controlled 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Whitegates, Ripley, Amber Valley, DE5 9QD |
| Headteacher | James Blake |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 243 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.6% |
| School Capacity | 243 / 263 (92% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (24 Nov 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Nov 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6437th of 13,686
Nationally
580th of 1,353
In East Midlands
19th of 43
In Amber Valley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
64%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed40
72
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
40 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Codnor Community Primary School Church of England Controlled
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Contact Information
Whitegates, Ripley
Amber Valley, DE5 9QD
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