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Mugginton CofE Primary School

Mugginton CofE Primary School

Amber Valley, DE6 4PLPrimary School·Ages 4-11
Goodby Ofsted

143%

Capacity

70

Pupils

1.9x

Demand

About Mugginton CofE Primary School

Mugginton CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Amber Valley community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 70 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (143% of 49 places).

Ofsted has rated Mugginton CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joseph Green, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 82% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1164th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 43 in Amber Valley.

Mugginton CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 13 applications for 7 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 7 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Mugginton CofE Primary School include Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Library, Art Studios, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Gymnastics, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Choir, Chess and 1 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Amber Valley, Mugginton CofE 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range4 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterChurch of England
AddressChurch Lane, Weston Underwood, Ashbourne, Amber Valley, DE6 4PL
HeadteacherJoseph Green
Local AuthorityDerbyshire
Number of Pupils70
Free School Meals (FSM)8.6%
School Capacity70 / 49 (143% full)

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

31 Jan 2023
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Overall Effectiveness

Good

Latest inspection (31 Jan 2023): School remains Good

Unchanged
Leadership & Management
Good

Source: Ofsted, 4 Feb 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (82%)

1164th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 10%

93rd of 1,353

In East Midlands

Top 10%

4th of 43

In Amber Valley

Top 10%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

82%

Expected Standard

18%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 107
Expected:82%
Higher:27%
Writing
Expected:82%
Higher:27%
MathsAvg Score: 107
Expected:91%
Higher:45%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeDeclining -4%

'22/23

86%

'23/24

82%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthLearning Difficulty

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

Facilities

8
GymnasiumPlaying FieldsSports HallOutdoor PlaygroundSensory RoomLibraryArt StudiosChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

10

Sports

FootballDanceGymnasticsCross CountryCricket

Clubs & Activities

GardeningDramaChoirChessCoding

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

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

7

Applications

13

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio1.9x
0x1x2x3x5x+

7 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Mugginton CofE Primary School

Mugginton CofE Primary School has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01335360261www.muggintonschool.co.uk

Church Lane, Weston Underwood, Ashbourne

Amber Valley, DE6 4PL

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Church Lane, Weston Underwood, Ashbourne

Amber Valley, DE6 4PL

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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