Turnditch Church of England Primary School
78%
Capacity
65
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Turnditch Church of England Primary School
Turnditch Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Amber Valley community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 65 pupils on roll, operating at 78% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Turnditch Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ingrid Taylor, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 31% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13204th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 42nd out of 43 in Amber Valley.
Turnditch Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 12 applications for 7 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 7 were first-preference applications.
Turnditch Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 91% recommending the school (22 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Turnditch Church of England Primary School include ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Cricket, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Art Club, Film Club, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Amber Valley, Turnditch Church of England 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 | Ashbourne Road, Belper, Amber Valley, DE56 2LH |
| Headteacher | Ingrid Taylor |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 65 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.2% |
| School Capacity | 65 / 83 (78% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Dec 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (10 Dec 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Feb 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (31%)
13204th of 13,686
Nationally
1299th of 1,353
In East Midlands
42nd of 43
In Amber Valley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
31%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
38%
'23/24
31%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
22 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed7
12
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
7 families put this school as their 1st choice (58% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Turnditch Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Ashbourne Road, Belper
Amber Valley, DE56 2LH
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