Kirk Langley CofE Primary School

About Kirk Langley CofE Primary School

Kirk Langley CofE Primary School is a small village primary in Amber Valley, operating comfortably below its capacity of 105 with 87 pupils on roll. That spare capacity is deceptive, though: for the 2025/26 intake, the school received 25 applications for just 15 places, making it officially oversubscribed with a ratio of 1.67 applicants per spot. Twelve of those applications were first-preference offers, suggesting strong local demand from families who want a Church of England primary with a distinctly rural feel. The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals sits at 11.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools (typically around 23-24%) and reflects the relatively affluent catchment. With a mixed intake of boys and girls from ages 4 to 11, and no nursery or sixth form provision, this is a straightforward, single-form entry primary that serves its immediate community — and the oversubscription numbers suggest it’s a popular choice among those who live nearby.

Academically, Kirk Langley punches well above its weight. In the 2023/24 Key Stage 2 assessments, 87% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths combined, compared with a Derbyshire local authority average of just 59%. That puts the school third out of 43 primary schools in Amber Valley and inside the top 5% nationally. Reading was a particular strength: every single pupil (100%) met the expected standard, and 40% achieved the higher standard. Writing saw 93% at expected and 47% at higher, while maths hit 87% expected and 33% higher. Average scaled scores of 108 in reading and 107 in maths are both comfortably above the national benchmark of 100. The school’s most recent Ofsted inspection, an ungraded visit in March 2024, confirmed it remains Good overall, with leadership and management, early years provision, and behaviour all rated Good. The previous graded inspection in 2015 also awarded Good, so the school has maintained a consistent standard over time.

The school offers a solid range of facilities for its size, including an ICT suite, art studios, a sports hall, playing fields, a sensory room and a chapel. Sports provision covers gymnastics, tennis, athletics, rounders, swimming and cricket, while extracurricular clubs include science, drama, gardening, eco club, film club and choir. For children with additional needs, the school lists specific support for dyslexia, speech, language and communication needs, and autistic spectrum disorder. With no boarding and no nursery, it’s a straightforward daytime primary for local families who value strong academic outcomes in a small, Church of England setting. The oversubscription means you’ll need to apply early and live close to the school to maximise your chances of a place. It’s particularly well suited to families who want a high-performing village school with a clear focus on reading and a calm, consistent Ofsted record.

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