William Levick Primary School
99%
Capacity
210
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About William Levick Primary School
William Levick Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North East Derbyshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 210 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 212 places).
Ofsted has rated William Levick Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Helen Peckett, it falls under Derbyshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4425th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 35 in North East Derbyshire.
William Levick Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 60 applications for 26 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at William Levick Primary School include ICT Suite, Forest School, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Athletics, Football, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Book Club, Choir, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North East Derbyshire, William Levick 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 | Smithy Croft, Dronfield, North East Derbyshire, S18 8YB |
| Headteacher | Helen Peckett |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
| Number of Pupils | 210 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.6% |
| School Capacity | 210 / 212 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
27 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (27 Jun 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Jun 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4425th of 13,686
Nationally
395th of 1,353
In East Midlands
11th of 35
In North East Derbyshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
71%
'23/24
70%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
60
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Smithy Croft, Dronfield
North East Derbyshire, S18 8YB
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