Reigate Park Primary Academy
105%
Capacity
436
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Reigate Park Primary Academy
Reigate Park Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Derby community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 436 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (105% of 416 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Reigate Park Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Karen Ratcliff, it falls under Derby local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10583rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 37th out of 58 in Derby.
Reigate Park Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 59 applications for 43 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Reigate Park Primary Academy include Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Library, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Swimming, Cross Country, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Chess, Art Club, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 37.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Derby, Reigate Park 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Reigate Drive, Derby, Derby, DE22 4EQ |
| Headteacher | Karen Ratcliff |
| Local Authority | Derby |
| Number of Pupils | 436 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 37.6% |
| School Capacity | 436 / 416 (105% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Feb 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10583rd of 13,686
Nationally
1006th of 1,353
In East Midlands
37th of 58
In Derby
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
52%
'23/24
50%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed43
59
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
36 families put this school as their 1st choice (61% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Reigate Drive, Derby
Derby, DE22 4EQ
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