Rosliston CofE Primary School
69%
Capacity
70
Pupils
4.3x
Demand
About Rosliston CofE Primary School
Rosliston CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the South Derbyshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 70 pupils on roll, operating at 69% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Rosliston CofE Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Jodie Daniels, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 27% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13391st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 29th out of 30 in South Derbyshire.
Rosliston CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 34 applications for 8 places, making it 4.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 7 were first-preference applications.
Rosliston CofE Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (1.9/5 from 15 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Rosliston CofE Primary School include Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Library, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Football, Swimming, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Book Club, Film Club, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Derbyshire, Rosliston 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 | Main Street, Swadlincote, South Derbyshire, DE12 8JW |
| Headteacher | Jodie Daniels |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 70 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.7% |
| School Capacity | 70 / 101 (69% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Jun 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (27%)
13391st of 13,686
Nationally
1317th of 1,353
In East Midlands
29th of 30
In South Derbyshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
27%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
46%
'23/24
27%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed8
34
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
7 families put this school as their 1st choice (21% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Rosliston CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Main Street, Swadlincote
South Derbyshire, DE12 8JW
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