Castleward Spencer Academy
Derby, DE1 2RJ · Primary · Ages 3 to 11
- Ofsted:Outstanding
No published results yet.
43 first choices, 30 offers made
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- 3.2%
- Pupils
- 179
- Pupils per teacher
- 23.8
Schools in DE1
A postcode district in Derby
- Postcode district
- 11 schools and nurseries
In short: DE1 is a postcode district in Derby with 4 primary schools, 5 secondary schools and 5 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries114 primary · 5 secondary · 5 nurseries
Top-rated
All DE1 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in DE1
Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.
Primary Schools in DE1
4 in DE1. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Bridge Street School
Derby, DE1 3LB · Academy · All-through · Ages 5 to 16
- Ofsted:Good in every area
Short-stay provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 79
- Pupils per teacher
- 8.6
Castle School
Derby, DE1 3TQ · Academy · All-through · Ages 5 to 18
- Ofsted:Good
Short-stay provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 16
- Pupils per teacher
- 10.5
Top Secondary Schools in DE1
5 in DE1, best first
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results above the England average.
517 first choices, 180 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1651.6
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 6.1%
- Pupils
- 1,272
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.5
- Ofsted:Good
Results close to the England average.
158 first choices, 176 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1643.7
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 6.2%
- Pupils
- 1,159
- Pupils per teacher
- 18.3
Nurseries in DE1
5 in DE1, highest Ofsted grade first
Whitecross Nursery School
Derby, DE1 3PJ · State · Nursery · Ages 2 to 4
- Ofsted:Outstanding
No published results yet.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 86
- Pupils per teacher
- 39.1
The Orchard Garden Private Day Nursery
Derby, DE1 1RX · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Ashgate Nursery School
Derby, DE1 1GJ · State · Nursery · Ages 2 to 5
- Ofsted:Urgent improvement in 3 areas
No published results yet.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 68
- Pupils per teacher
- 42.5
Sixth Forms in DE1
2 in DE1, by the school's Eduscope score
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Results above the England average.
517 first choices, 180 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1651.6
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 6.1%
- Pupils
- 1,272
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.5
- Ofsted:Good
Results close to the England average.
158 first choices, 176 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1643.7
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 6.2%
- Pupils
- 1,159
- Pupils per teacher
- 18.3
Special Schools in DE1
1 in DE1. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Aurora Ryefields School
Derby, DE1 3HF · Independent · All-through · Ages 5 to 19
- No Ofsted grade yet
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 22
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Private Schools in DE1
1 in DE1. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Aurora Ryefields School
Derby, DE1 3HF · Independent · All-through · Ages 5 to 19
- No Ofsted grade yet
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 22
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in DE1, on one map
Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.
- Outstanding3
- Good3
- Not graded yet5
Before you apply
Apply through the council where you live
Schools in DE1 sit in 2 council areas. Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.
By age
What's on offer for each age
Pick a stage to see every DE1 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
DE1 has 11 schools and nurseries.
Dates to know
Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.
- 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
- 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
- 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
- 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.
Keep up with schools in DE1
Follow any school and we'll email you when it gets a new Ofsted report or new results are out. Nothing else.
Questions
Questions parents ask about DE1
Nearby areas
How many schools are in DE1?
DE1 has 11 schools, including 4 primary schools, 5 secondary schools, 5 nurseries, 1 independent school, 1 special school. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
What are the best schools in DE1?
The highest-ranked schools in DE1 on Eduscope are Landau Forte College, Derby Cathedral School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.
How many private schools are in DE1?
There is 1 independent school in DE1, a special school for children with special educational needs, where councils usually pay the fees. You can compare it on Eduscope, including inspection reports where available.
How do I choose the right school in DE1?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 11 schools in DE1 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.
Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.