Mugginton CofE Primary School
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 Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Church Lane, Weston Underwood, Ashbourne, Amber Valley, DE6 4PL |
| Headteacher | Joseph Green |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 70 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.6% |
| School Capacity | 70 / 49 (143% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
31 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (31 Jan 2023): School remains 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
93rd of 1,353
In East Midlands
4th of 43
In Amber Valley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
82%
Expected Standard
18%
Higher Standard
'22/23
86%
'23/24
82%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed7
13
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
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
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Contact Information
Church Lane, Weston Underwood, Ashbourne
Amber Valley, DE6 4PL
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