St Peter's Church of England Aided Junior School
104%
Capacity
244
Pupils
N/A
Demand
About St Peter's Church of England Aided Junior School
St Peter's Church of England Aided Junior School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Derby community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 244 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (104% of 235 places).
Ofsted has rated St Peter's Church of England Aided Junior School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Reader, 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 10663rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 38th out of 58 in Derby.
St Peter's Church of England Aided Junior School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (26 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Peter's Church of England Aided Junior School include Music Rooms, Library, Forest School, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Swimming, Cricket, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Film Club, Gardening, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 31.1%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Derby, St Peter's Church of England Aided Junior 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 | 7 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Thornhill Road, Derby, Derby, DE23 6FZ |
| Headteacher | Helen Reader |
| Local Authority | Derby |
| Number of Pupils | 244 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 31.1% |
| School Capacity | 244 / 235 (104% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Sept 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Source: Ofsted, 10 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10663rd of 13,686
Nationally
1015th of 1,353
In East Midlands
38th 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
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
50%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
26 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Peter's Church of England Aided Junior School
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Contact Information
Thornhill Road, Derby
Derby, DE23 6FZ
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