Best Primary & Secondary Schools in Derbyshire 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 451 schools across Derbyshire. Updated with 2025–26 data.

451

Total schools

Outstanding

Outstanding rate

60.2%

Avg KS2 SATs

40.6

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Redhill Primary School Primary	Outstanding	98	View school
🥈	Flagg Nursery School Nursery	Outstanding	95	View school
🥉	Alfreton Nursery School Nursery	Outstanding	95	View school
4.	St Anselm's School Not applicable	—	95	View school
5.	St Wystan's School Not applicable	—	95	View school
6.	St Peter and St Paul School Not applicable	—	95	View school
7.	Repton Preparatory School Not applicable	—	95	View school
8.	John King Infant Academy Primary	Outstanding	95	View school
9.	Longwood Infant Academy Primary	Outstanding	95	View school
10.	Ashgate Croft School Not applicable	Outstanding	95	View school
11.	Morley Primary School Primary	Outstanding	94	View school
12.	William Gilbert Endowed Church of England Primary School Primary	Outstanding	92	View school
13.	Longford CofE Primary School Primary	Good	90	View school
14.	Kirkstead Junior Academy Primary	Good	87	View school
15.	St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy Primary	Outstanding	86	View school
16.	Marsh Lane Primary School Primary	Good	85	View school
17.	Osmaston CofE (VC) Primary School Primary	Good	85	View school
18.	Lea Primary School Primary	Outstanding	85	View school
19.	Kirk Langley CofE Primary School Primary	Good	85	View school
20.	St Mary's Catholic High School, A Catholic Voluntary Academy Secondary	Outstanding	84	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary & secondary schools are there in Derbyshire?

There are 451 primary & secondary schools in Derbyshire, of which 28 (6%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Derbyshire?

Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Derbyshire is Redhill Primary School. See the full ranked list above.

How do I apply for a school place in Derbyshire?

Primary and secondary school applications in Derbyshire are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Derbyshire council website for application forms and deadlines.

What is the average Ofsted rating in Derbyshire?

6% of primary & secondary schools in Derbyshire are rated Outstanding and 80% are rated Good. 74.7% are rated Good or Outstanding.

Data sourced from Ofsted, Department for Education, and ISI. School rankings reflect the Schools Near Me composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance, and pupil-teacher ratios. Last updated April 2026.