Ravensdale Junior School
About Ravensdale Junior School
Parents considering Ravensdale Junior School will find strong signals of satisfaction from those already there. In the most recent Parent View survey, covering responses from September 2024 to September 2025, a very high 93% of the 67 parents who responded said they would recommend the school to others. That's a compelling figure. Looking at the detail, 91% of parents agreed or strongly agreed that their child is happy at the school, and 97% felt their child is safe. The school is also popular in practical terms: with 351 pupils on roll against a capacity of 360, it is very close to full, suggesting it is a well-regarded choice for families in Derby. While the school does not have a religious character, its facilities include a chapel, which is an unusual feature for a state junior school and may appeal to some families.
Key Details
The full report on this school
What 67 parents told Ofsted, the inspection in plain English, and how this school compares to nearby alternatives — all in one full school report.
- Ofsted inspection in plain EnglishStrengths, concerns and what inspectors flagged
- Parent View survey resultsWhat parents told Ofsted — when the school has 10+ responses
- Where Ofsted and parents disagreeGaps to probe + questions to ask at the open day
- Admissions & catchmentAdmission criteria, distance cutoffs (where the LA publishes them)
- Nearby schools comparedBackup options with Ofsted, demand and distance
- Attendance & behaviour dataPersistent absentees, suspensions and exclusions vs national
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Sept 2023Source: Ofsted, 15 Oct 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
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