Best Primary Schools in Derbyshire 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 353 schools across Derbyshire. Updated with 2025–26 data.

353

Total schools

Outstanding

Outstanding rate

60.2%

Avg KS2 SATs

40.6

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Morley Primary School Primary	Outstanding	86	View school
🥈	Shardlow Primary School Primary	Outstanding	86	View school
🥉	Longford CofE Primary School Primary	Good	85	View school
4.	Osmaston CofE (VC) Primary School Primary	Outstanding	83	View school
5.	Taddington and Priestcliffe School Primary	Good	82	View school
6.	English Martyrs' Catholic Voluntary Academy Primary	Outstanding	81	View school
7.	Redhill Primary School Primary	Outstanding	81	View school
8.	Lea Primary School Primary	Outstanding	80	View school
9.	Litton CofE Primary School Primary	Outstanding	79	View school
10.	William Gilbert Endowed Church of England Primary School Primary	Outstanding	77	View school
11.	All Saints CofE Junior School Primary	Good	77	View school
12.	Scarcliffe Primary School Primary	Good	77	View school
13.	Wigley Primary School Primary	Good	77	View school
14.	St Anne's CofE Primary School Primary	Outstanding	77	View school
15.	Turnditch Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	77	View school
16.	Ashover Primary School Primary	Outstanding	76	View school
17.	Mugginton CofE Primary School Primary	Good	76	View school
18.	Pilsley CofE Primary School Primary	Good	75	View school
19.	Rowsley CofE (Controlled) Primary School Primary	Good	75	View school
20.	Holbrook Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	75	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary schools are there in Derbyshire?

There are 353 primary schools in Derbyshire, of which 32 (9%) 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 Morley 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?

9% of primary schools in Derbyshire are rated Outstanding and 71% 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.