Granby Junior School
URN: 112571 • Ilkeston DE7 8DX
Overview
- Name
- Granby Junior School
- URN
- 112571
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Caroline Rees (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01159322424
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Heanor Road, Ilkeston DE7 8DX
Summary
Granby Junior School is a mixed community primary school located in Ilkeston, Derbyshire, with a current enrollment of 311 pupils and a capacity of 332. The school emphasizes a collaborative partnership between home and school, fostering a supportive environment where children can thrive academically and socially. The staff are dedicated to creating a welcoming atmosphere that encourages self-confidence and independence among students.
The curriculum at Granby Junior School is designed to be broad and challenging, integrating essential skills in English and Maths with other subjects. The school regularly reviews its curriculum to ensure it remains relevant and inclusive, aiming to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed for future success. Additionally, the school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports, music, and foreign languages, to enhance the learning experience.
Granby Junior School also prioritises the mental health and wellbeing of its pupils through the Thrive approach. This initiative supports children in managing social and emotional challenges, helping them develop a positive mindset and effective communication skills. The school is committed to ensuring that all children, including those with additional needs, have access to a full range of educational opportunities.
The curriculum at Granby Junior School is designed to be broad and challenging, integrating essential skills in English and Maths with other subjects. The school regularly reviews its curriculum to ensure it remains relevant and inclusive, aiming to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed for future success. Additionally, the school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports, music, and foreign languages, to enhance the learning experience.
Granby Junior School also prioritises the mental health and wellbeing of its pupils through the Thrive approach. This initiative supports children in managing social and emotional challenges, helping them develop a positive mindset and effective communication skills. The school is committed to ensuring that all children, including those with additional needs, have access to a full range of educational opportunities.
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Nearby alternatives
- Charlotte Nursery and Infant School (70.2)
- Morley Primary School (68.8)
- St Thomas Catholic Primary (64.2)
- Richardson Endowed Primary School (63.8)
- Horsley Woodhouse Primary School (63.1)
Key details
- LA
- Derbyshire
- Age range
- 7 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 332
- Pupils
- 311
- Boys
- 165
- Girls
- 146
- FSM %
- 35.40
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-06-29
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Derbyshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 311 | 165 | 146 | 332 | 35.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 317 | 173 | 144 | 332 | 34.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 316 | 185 | 131 | 332 | 37.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 316 | 185 | 131 | 332 | 37.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 315 | 177 | 138 | 332 | 33.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 313 | 172 | 141 | 332 | 24.30 |
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