Waingroves Primary School
85%
Capacity
208
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Waingroves Primary School
Waingroves Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Amber Valley community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 208 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 245 places).
Ofsted has rated Waingroves Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Amarjeet Challand, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9060th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 27th out of 43 in Amber Valley.
Waingroves Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 72 applications for 29 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 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 Waingroves Primary School include Forest School, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Rounders, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Drama, Choir, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.1%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Amber Valley, Waingroves 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Waingroves Road, Ripley, Amber Valley, DE5 9TD |
| Headteacher | Amarjeet Challand |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 208 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.1% |
| School Capacity | 208 / 245 (85% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (13 Jul 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Sept 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9060th of 13,686
Nationally
844th of 1,353
In East Midlands
27th of 43
In Amber Valley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
56%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
72
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Waingroves Primary School
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Contact Information
Waingroves Road, Ripley
Amber Valley, DE5 9TD
Journey to School
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