Firfield Primary School
98%
Capacity
412
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Firfield Primary School
Firfield Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Erewash community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 412 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Firfield Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher James Yellop, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 6171st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 25 in Erewash.
Firfield Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 99 applications for 58 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 58 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Firfield Primary School include Dining Hall, Forest School, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Cricket, Gymnastics, Athletics, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Science Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.7%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Erewash, Firfield 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 | Firfield Avenue, Derby, Erewash, DE72 3EG |
| Headteacher | James Yellop |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 412 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.7% |
| School Capacity | 412 / 420 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (22 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 22 Oct 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
6171st of 13,686
Nationally
547th of 1,353
In East Midlands
12th of 25
In Erewash
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
62%
'23/24
65%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed58
99
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
58 families put this school as their 1st choice (59% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Firfield Avenue, Derby
Erewash, DE72 3EG
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