Dale Community Primary School
99%
Capacity
549
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Dale Community Primary School
Dale Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Derby community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 549 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 556 places).
Ofsted has rated Dale Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Louise Foster, it falls under Derby local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 46% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11593rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 44th out of 58 in Derby.
Dale Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 119 applications for 69 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 61 were first-preference applications.
Dale Community Primary School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.3/5 from 1 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 Dale Community Primary School include Sensory Room, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Gymnastics, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Science Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 59.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Derby, Dale Community 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Porter Road, Derby, Derby, DE23 6NL |
| Headteacher | Louise Foster |
| Local Authority | Derby |
| Number of Pupils | 549 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 59.0% |
| School Capacity | 549 / 556 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Oct 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 5 Jun 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (46%)
11593rd of 13,686
Nationally
1118th of 1,353
In East Midlands
44th of 58
In Derby
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
46%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
33%
'23/24
46%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed69
119
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
61 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Porter Road, Derby
Derby, DE23 6NL
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