Morton Primary Academy
98%
Capacity
102
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Morton Primary Academy
Morton Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North East Derbyshire community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 102 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 104 places).
Ofsted has rated Morton Primary Academy "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Lianne Jackson, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 88% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 415th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 35 in North East Derbyshire.
Morton Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 30 applications for 12 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Morton Primary Academy include Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Library, Forest School, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Dance, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Choir, Coding, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.5%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North East Derbyshire, Morton Primary Academy 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 | Main Road, Alfreton, North East Derbyshire, DE55 6HH |
| Headteacher | Lianne Jackson |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 102 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.5% |
| School Capacity | 102 / 104 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Dec 2022Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Jan 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (88%)
415th of 13,686
Nationally
36th of 1,353
In East Midlands
2nd of 35
In North East Derbyshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
88%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed12
30
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
10 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Morton Primary Academy
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Contact Information
Main Road, Alfreton
North East Derbyshire, DE55 6HH
Journey to School
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