Coppice Primary School
96%
Capacity
232
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Coppice Primary School
Coppice Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Amber Valley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 232 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 241 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Coppice Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alison Seaton, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2285th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 43 in Amber Valley.
Coppice Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 85 applications for 29 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 44 were first-preference applications.
Coppice Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.5/5 from 5 parents).
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 Coppice Primary School include Music Rooms, Library, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Athletics, Netball, Cricket, as well as clubs including Coding, Art Club, Gardening, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Amber Valley, Coppice 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 | Roper Avenue, Heanor, Amber Valley, DE75 7BZ |
| Headteacher | Alison Seaton |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 232 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 35.6% |
| School Capacity | 232 / 241 (96% 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 (77%)
2285th of 13,686
Nationally
190th of 1,353
In East Midlands
7th of 43
In Amber Valley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
77%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
85
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
44 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Roper Avenue, Heanor
Amber Valley, DE75 7BZ
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