Shardlow Primary School
91%
Capacity
95
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Shardlow Primary School
Shardlow Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the South Derbyshire community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 95 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 104 places).
Ofsted has rated Shardlow Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kylie Magner, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6504th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 12th out of 30 in South Derbyshire.
Shardlow Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 21 applications for 7 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 7 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Shardlow Primary School include Dining Hall, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Tennis, Gymnastics, Cricket, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Coding, Chess, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.7%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in South Derbyshire, Shardlow 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Shardlow Primary School London Road, Derby, South Derbyshire, DE72 2GR |
| Headteacher | Kylie Magner |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 95 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.7% |
| School Capacity | 95 / 104 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6504th of 13,686
Nationally
585th of 1,353
In East Midlands
12th of 30
In South Derbyshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
64%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed7
21
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
7 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Shardlow Primary School London Road, Derby
South Derbyshire, DE72 2GR
Shardlow Primary School London Road, Derby
South Derbyshire, DE72 2GR
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