Heath Fields Primary School
73%
Capacity
204
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Heath Fields Primary School
Heath Fields Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the South Derbyshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 204 pupils on roll, operating at 73% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Heath Fields Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nicola Oliphant, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 34% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13042nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 28th out of 30 in South Derbyshire.
Heath Fields Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 30 applications for 23 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Heath Fields Primary School include Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Athletics, Rounders, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Drama, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.2%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Derbyshire, Heath Fields 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Field Avenue, Derby, South Derbyshire, DE65 5EQ |
| Headteacher | Nicola Oliphant |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 204 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.2% |
| School Capacity | 204 / 280 (73% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (34%)
13042nd of 13,686
Nationally
1277th of 1,353
In East Midlands
28th of 30
In South Derbyshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
34%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
45%
'23/24
34%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed23
30
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (73% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Field Avenue, Derby
South Derbyshire, DE65 5EQ
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