What is the best primary school in Derbyshire?

On our composite score, Redhill Primary School is the top-ranked primary school in Derbyshire, with a grade A. The score is one view of a school: each profile shows the figures behind it, and the list above ranks every scored primary school in the area.

How many primary schools are there in Derbyshire?

There are 387 primary schools in Derbyshire with a composite score on FindGreatSchools. Schools too new to have published results, and independent and special schools, are listed on their own pages.

How are primary schools in Derbyshire ranked?

By our composite score, which blends four domains (Ofsted inspection, attainment, progress and engagement) into a grade from A to F. Schools are ordered by score weighted by data completeness, so a school with thin data cannot leapfrog a well-measured one. The method and weights are published in full.

When do I apply for a primary school place in Derbyshire?

Applications for Reception places in Derbyshire starting in September 2027 close on 15 January 2027. You apply through the council where you live, and offers are made on National Offer Day, 16 April 2027 (or the next working day).

The best primary schools in Derbyshire

Compare 387 top-rated primary schools in Derbyshire, ranked by Ofsted ratings, SATs results, attendance and progress. Top of the list: Redhill Primary School.

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The best primary schools in Derbyshire

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Redhill Primary School

Griffe Field Primary School

Lawn Primary School

Ashover Primary School

Wessington Primary School

Taddington and Priestcliffe School

St George's Catholic Voluntary Academy

Aston-on-Trent Primary School

Litton CofE Primary School

William Gilbert Endowed Church of England Primary School

Mugginton CofE Primary School

Kirkstead Junior Academy

Pilsley Primary School

Kirk Ireton C of E Primary School

Findern Primary School

Wigley Primary School

Walter Evans Church of England Aided Primary School

Grindleford Primary School

Hathersage St Michael's CofE (Aided) Primary School

Holbrook Church of England Primary School

Kniveton CofE Primary School

Abercrombie Primary School

All Saints CofE Junior School

Crich Junior School

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