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Derby College

Derby, DE24 8JESecondaryAges 16–99MixedState
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About Derby College

Derby College, a state secondary for students aged 16 to 99, holds an overall Ofsted rating of Good, a grade it has maintained across its recent inspections. The most telling academic metric for this institution is its sixth-form performance, where it achieved a value-added score of 0.19, placing its progress banding as 'Above average'. This means students typically leave with better A-level results than their prior attainment would predict. The average grade for the best three A-levels was a solid B+, with an average points per entry of 43.38, also graded at B+. With 35.6 per cent of entries achieving AAB or higher, the school demonstrates strong outcomes for its 47 sixth-form students, though the cohort is relatively small compared to many larger sixth forms.

Key Details

School TypeSecondary (State)
Age Range16 to 99 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressThe Roundhouse, Pride Park, Derby, Derby, DE24 8JE
HeadteacherMandie Stravino
Local AuthorityDerby
School Capacity735
Sixth FormYes
Nursery ClassesYes

Facilities

8
Sixth Form CentreSwimming PoolLibraryTennis CourtsSports HallGymnasiumScience LabsChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

17

Sports

HockeyRowingCricketRugbyBasketballRoundersNetball

Clubs & Activities

ChessGardeningDebateYoung EnterpriseOrchestraBook ClubChoirFilm ClubModel United NationsDrama

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

SEND Support

SEN Pupil Breakdown

1

With EHC Plan

90

SEN Support

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Derby College

Derby College's key exam results include: Average A-Level grade: B+; 82% achieved grade 5+ in English and Maths GCSE; Attainment 8 score of 63.7.