Pottery Primary School
95%
Capacity
302
Pupils
3.5x
Demand
About Pottery Primary School
Pottery Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Amber Valley community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 302 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 318 places).
Ofsted has rated Pottery Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Darren Hooley, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 26% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13425th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 43rd out of 43 in Amber Valley.
Pottery Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 76 applications for 22 places, making it 3.5x 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 Pottery Primary School include Library, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Football, Cricket, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Science Club, Choir, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.2%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Amber Valley, Pottery 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 | Kilbourne Road, Belper, Amber Valley, DE56 1HA |
| Headteacher | Darren Hooley |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 302 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.2% |
| School Capacity | 302 / 318 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (26%)
13425th of 13,686
Nationally
1320th of 1,353
In East Midlands
43rd of 43
In Amber Valley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
26%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
52%
'23/24
26%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
76
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
22 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Kilbourne Road, Belper
Amber Valley, DE56 1HA
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