Best 3 Primary schools in Derbyshire – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of primary schools: Lea Primary School (Primary) in Matlock; John King Infant Academy (Primary) in Pinxton; Stanton-in-Peak CofE Primary School (Primary) in Matlock — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Lea Primary School, John King Infant Academy and Stanton-in-Peak CofE Primary School. They are primary phase and community school, academy converter and voluntary controlled school type located around Matlock, Derbyshire and Pinxton, Derbyshire. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Lea Primary School), published Jul 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Lea Primary School (Jul 2024). average roll around ≈ 100, combined total ≈ 300, typical FSM 20–25%, range 5–10%–40–45%; all within the FLYING HIGH TRUST trust.

🔒 Export (Pro)

Attribute	Lea Primary School DE4 5JP	John King Infant Academy NG16 6NB	Stanton-in-Peak CofE Primary School DE4 2LX
Phase / Type	Primary • Community school	Primary • Academy converter	Primary • Voluntary controlled school
Location	Matlock Derbyshire DE4 5JP	Pinxton Derbyshire NG16 6NB	Matlock Derbyshire DE4 2LX
Latest Ofsted	1 8 Jul 2024	1 2 Jul 2024	1 10 Jun 2024
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 150 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 100 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 50 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	40–45% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	10–15% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	119	120	70
Capacity utilisation	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	Derbyshire (830)	FLYING HIGH TRUST	Derbyshire (830)
Website	www.frameworkfederation.co.uk	www.pvacademies.co.uk	www.stantoninpeakschool.co.uk
Telephone	01629534286	01773303420	01629636301
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Lea Primary School

DE4 5JP

Phase / Type: Primary • Community school
Location: Matlock
Derbyshire
DE4 5JP
Ofsted: 1 8 Jul 2024
Pupils: ≈ 150 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Derbyshire (830)
Website: www.frameworkfederation.co.uk
Telephone: 01629534286

John King Infant Academy

NG16 6NB

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy converter
Location: Pinxton
Derbyshire
NG16 6NB
Ofsted: 1 2 Jul 2024
Pupils: ≈ 100 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 40–45% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: FLYING HIGH TRUST
Website: www.pvacademies.co.uk
Telephone: 01773303420

Stanton-in-Peak CofE Primary School

DE4 2LX

Phase / Type: Primary • Voluntary controlled school
Location: Matlock
Derbyshire
DE4 2LX
Ofsted: 1 10 Jun 2024
Pupils: ≈ 50 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 10–15% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Derbyshire (830)
Website: www.stantoninpeakschool.co.uk
Telephone: 01629636301

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.